A political dispute has erupted in Mahakalapada, Kendrapara, between Block Development Officer Ravi Narayan Acharya and Sarpanch Chameli Ojha over pending bill clearances. Following a heated argument, the Sarpanch alleged she was assaulted in the presence of police. While she is currently hospitalized, her brother has been arrested based on the BDO's complaint of obstructing official work. Opposition parties including BJD and Congress have met the Collector, alleging administrative bias under the influence of the local BJP MLA. The Sarpanch has sought intervention from the Chief Minister. https://odishasambad.in/political-storm-erupts-in-odisha-over-assault-on-sarpanch-after-face-off-with-bdo/ #creator program