N Bhaskar Rao, a senior BJD leader, resigned. This caused upheaval in the Rayagada district unit. Former MLA Lalbihari Himirika and Gangadhar Puala also quit. They were joined by supporters. Rao cited disrespect towards Rayagada leaders as the reason. He announced a new social outfit, Biju Swabhiman Mancha. Jagannath Saraka dismissed the resignations. Post navigation SWF3 concert dispute deepens as producers and Ibuki engage in truth battle Palamu Tiger Reserve to Host First National Forest Martyrs’ Day on September 11
