Citing law-and-order failures, women’s safety issues, and farmer grievances
The Odisha Congress has officially filed a no-confidence motion notice against the BJP-led state government during the Assembly’s monsoon session. The party cited rising crime against women, fertilizer shortages, and unresolved concerns of farmers, Dalits, tribals, and OBCs.
Background of the Motion
- The decision was announced by Congress Legislature Party leader Rama Chandra Kadam during a recent party meeting.
- Major reasons include:
- Increasing crimes against women and failure to curb them
- Fertilizer shortages impacting farmers
- Ongoing issues related to law and order and the neglect of Dalits, tribals, and OBC communities
Focus on Ghatagaon Incident
- The murder of a traffic constable in Ghatagaon, Keonjhar, whose body was found in a forest, has intensified criticism of the government.
- Congress has called for accountability from the Chief Minister, who holds the Home Affairs portfolio.
Current Political Scenario
- The no-confidence motion was submitted as the Odisha Assembly’s monsoon session commenced.
- Kadam pointed out that previous attempts to highlight issues, especially women’s safety, were blocked, resulting in the suspension of 14 Congress MLAs.
The submission of the no-confidence motion marks a significant escalation in Odisha’s political landscape, highlighting growing discontent with the BJP-led government’s handling of critical issues. As the monsoon session progresses, all eyes will be on the Assembly debates to see how the ruling party responds to these serious allegations and whether the motion gains traction.
