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Patnaik cracks whip, suspends two BJD MLAs amid BJP gains in Odisha

The BJD has suspended two sitting MLAs, Sanatan Mahakud and Arvind Mohapatra, for anti-party activities. This move follows recent electoral setbacks for the party in Odisha. The suspensions aim to reinforce discipline and authority within the BJD. Mahakud has been openly critical, while Mohapatra's suspension was a surprise.

17 Jan 2026 11:33 pm