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Hans India
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
BJD workers in scuffle with police at PMG
Bhubaneswar: The workers and leaders of Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday engaged in a scuffle with the Commissionerate Police at Lower PMG Square in Bhubaneswar while marching ahead to gherao the Lok Seva Bhavan, demanding justice for Fakir Mohan Autonomous College student, Soumyashree Bisi, who succumbed on Monday following self-immolation attempt last week over sexual harassment by a college faculty member. The police used water cannon and fired tear gas bullets to disperse the protesters who tried to march ahead by breaking the police barricade at the spot. Hundreds of BJD workers and leaders were also detained by the Commissionerate Police to bring the situation under control. The protest march began at Master Canteen Square and moved towards PMG Square, drawing large participation from party leaders, women members and supporters. The demonstration saw emotional appeals, slogans and placards demanding justice for the deceased student and stricter action against those responsible. Several BJD workers and leaders, including Pranab Prakash Das and Priti Ranjan Gharei, sustained injuries during the demonstration. The BJD leaders criticised the BJP-led State government for failing to ensure justice for the victim Soumyashree. The Opposition leaders criticised the inaction by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj and local administration leading to the unfortunate death of Soumyashree. The party also expressed grave concern over the increasing number of crimes against women across the State and called for immediate policy action and accountability. The party asserted that the demonstration is not just about one girl, but the safety and dignity of every woman in Odisha. The silence of those in power is unacceptable. The party has been demanding judicial inquiry under the chairmanship of a sitting judge of Orissa High Court into the self-immolation of Soumyashree and the resignation of the State Higher Education Minister. The BJD vice-President, Debi Prasad Mishra, said, 'this is the wrath of the people of Odisha. Biju Janata Dal, as the responsible Opposition party and the largest party of Odisha, we are resenting the heinous act in which a college student died and she had to resort to self-immolation.' He alleged that six months ago, Soumyashree had given her representation to the Internal Committee of the college. Mishra also said she also filed a complaint with Shadevkhunta Police on June 13 over the sexual harassment by Head of the Department, Samir Kumar Sahu. 'The Balasore Superintendent of Police and the Collector were aware of this but nobody paid any heed to it. On July 1, she also submitted her grievances to the Chief Minister, Union Education Minister, State Higher Education Minister, the local MLA but nobody responded to her. Even the local MP admitted that he did not take it seriously. This is ridiculous and condemnable,' he added.
New Indian Express
28-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Rath Yatra celebrated with fervour in Cuttack
CUTTACK: Cuttack soaked in festive fervour as devotees thronged Jagannath temples across the city to take part in Rath Yatra celebrations. As usual, the Jagannath temples at Chandni Chowk and Dolamundai were the major attractions and witnessed a massive turnout. At Chandni Chowk, the Rath Yatra, first celebrated in 1996 and held in a grander fashion since the temple's permanent structure was completed in 2001, began early in the morning. The temple opened its doors at 5 am, followed by rituals including Mangal Alati, Mailam Lagi, and Surya Puja. The Pahandi Bije procession commenced around 9:30 am, and the ceremonial Chhera Pahanra was performed at noon. By 2 pm, the chariots had begun their journey to the temporary Gundicha temple near Bellevue Square. Similarly, at Dolamundai, the Patitapaban temple opened at 4 am. Following the morning rituals, the Pahandi Bije was completed by 3 pm. The pulling of the chariots started at 4 pm with hundreds of devotees lined up for the divine procession. According to tradition, the chariots made a stop at Seminary Chhak, where members of the Muslim community from the Mahala Committee and Chand Club offered bhoga to the deities. The chariots were then pulled back to Chandan Padia near Dolamundai, where the Gundicha temple is located. The chariots of Devi Subhadra were exclusively pulled by women at both Chandni Chowk and Dolamundai. Another major crowd-puller was the Rath Yatra of the Baladevjew temple at Ranihat, celebrated for the ninth time since its inception in 2015. Here, the three deities were placed on a single chariot. The Chhera Pahanra ritual was performed by collector Dattatreya Bhausaheb Shinde at around 5 pm, after which the chariot made its way through Ranihat and College Square before returning to the Gundicha temple at Ranihat Durga Mandap. The Commissionerate Police made elaborate security arrangements and traffic regulations to ensure smooth and peaceful conduct of the festival across the city.
New Indian Express
27-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Bhubaneswar gears up for Rath Yatra
BHUBANESWAR: Preparations for the grand Rath Yatra entered final phase in the state capital with Jagannath temples across the city gearing up to ensure smooth conduct of the annual chariot festival on Friday. Organisers at Iskcon temple in Nayapalli, that hosts one of the major Rath Yatras in the city, said they are anticipating a turnout of nearly 2 lakh devotees this year. Iskcon spokesperson Radhakanta Das said, 'The Pahandi ritual will take place at around 10.30 am, while pulling of the chariots will begin at around 3 pm after completion of Chhera Pahanra at around 2 pm.' Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena said Rath Yatra will be celebrated at 58 places in the city this year with Iskcon and Shrivani Kshetra at KISS being two major locations. 'Around 17 platoons of police force and 100 officers will be deployed in the city for smooth conduct of the festival. We have also formulated two operational plans for Rath Yatra celebrations at Iskcon and other places within the Bhubanewar Urban Police District (UPD),' he said. The Commissionerate Police has also issued a traffic advisory, restricting movement of heavy vehicles on Nayapalli, fire station, CRP square, Unit VIII and a few other stretches from 3 pm onwards. This, however, will not affect the emergency services, police sources said. Meanwhile, in wake of the recent outbreak of water-borne diseases in the city, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has formed special enforcement squads and food inspection teams to oversee arrangements and sale of food items at crowded places during the festival. All set 17 platoons of police force and 100 officers to be deployed Vehicular movement to be restricted at key locations 3 pm onwards Emergency services to remain unaffected BMC to mobilise special enforcement squads and food safety teams to oversee sale of food
New Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Thousands line up capital streets for Modi's roadshow in Odisha
BHUBANESWAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a massive roadshow in Bhubaneswar, celebrating BJP government's first anniversary in the state. Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and other senior leaders welcomed the prime minister at the Biju Patnaik International Airport, from where he joined the roadshow and a Tiranga Yatra, held simultaneously. As the PM's convoy made its way, thousands lined up on both sides of the road to get a glimpse of him. People also showered flower petals on his convoy and greeted him with tricolour, while the PM was also seen waiving back at them with a smile during the roadshow. 'India's coordinated military response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack through Operation Sindoor showcases PM Modi's decisive leadership and unwavering commitment to our national security. This is what I like the most about him and this is what drove me to attend this roadshow,' Gourang Charan Biswal, a 55-year-old man said. Traditional folk dances and performances including Bagha Nacha, Ghoda Nacha, Ghumura and Kirtan were performed by different cultural troups during the roadshow, spanning over 8 km from the airport to Janata Maidan. As the convoy reached Janata Maidan, the PM went to the public meeting venue in an open jeep with CM Majhi and BJP state president Manmohan Samal. The Commissionerate Police had imposed traffic restrictions at multiple stretches for the roadshow. Around 133 platoons of police force, including 25 platoons, had been deployed in the capital.
New Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Odisha CM assures more funds to ramp up crime probe
BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday assured Odisha police of providing necessary funds to bring in advanced technology for effective crime investigation and maintaining law and order in the state. Inaugurating the new office building of the deputy commissioner of police (DCP), Bhubaneswar, he said the government is committed to ensuring upgradation and modernisation of police infrastructure which will enhance the delivery of quality services to the public. The office constructed at a cost of Rs 7.80 lakh spans an area of 2,272 sq mtr. It includes amenities such as ramps for differently-abled, cyber cell, crime and criminal tracking network and systems (CCTNS) rooms, integrated control rooms, legal cell and passport section. This apart, there are conference halls and training facilities in the office building. The CM stated that in March, 14 new police stations, constructed across various districts at a cost of Rs 42 crore, were inaugurated. The government is taking all possible measures to improve the working conditions of police in urban as well as rural areas. Lauding the impartial manner in which the police are functioning, Majhi said the law and order situation in the state has been satisfactory over the past year earning appreciation from the central government. He distributed 425 two-wheelers to investigating officers of various police stations under the Commissionerate Police. He said that provisions will be made to provide more four-wheelers to police stations.
