Naveen Patnaik Demands CEC Resignation, BJP Responds

Times of India · politics

BJD president Naveen Patnaik has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing reports of internal differences within the Election Commission. He also called for a fresh review of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, a process the BJD has opposed. Congress workers also protested in Bhubaneswar, demanding Kumar's resignation and alleging irregularities. The BJP hit back, suggesting BJD and Congress are working together and stating the Election Commission has clarified its processes.