"I am very happy that the party gave me the responsibility of the Speaker post. I will ensure that the government remains accountable to the people of Odisha. I have worked both as an MLA and Minister before. I will work with an open mind. I respect the Opposition which comprises many senior
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], October 12 (ANI): Former speaker of Odisha Assembly and renowned writer Sarat Kumar Kar, passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar on Monday at the age of 81.
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 23 (ANI): Odisha Assembly Speaker Surya Narayan Patro on Tuesday left the House following a protest by BJP and Congress MLAs in the Assembly over the law and order situation in the state.
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 1 (ANI): Senior BJD leader Surjya Narayan Patro was elected as the Speaker of 16th Odisha Legislative Assembly on Saturday.