Archive · 29 Nov 2025
Odisha Political Storm Over V.K. Pandian's Security
In Odisha, there's a big argument about the security given to a man named V.K. Pandian, who used to be a close helper of the former chief minister.
The Congress party says the current government is protecting him, while the BJP says they will investigate why he had so much security.
The BJD, the previous ruling party, is also being criticized.
Everyone is arguing about who is responsible and why Pandian had 72 police officers protecting him.
A political controversy has erupted in Odisha over the extensive security provided to V.K. Pandian, a close aide of former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
The Congress party accused the BJP-led state government of shielding Pandian and alleged a tacit understanding between the BJP and the BJD.
The BJP questioned the circumstances under which Pandian was given such extensive security and promised a detailed investigation.
The BJD was criticized by the BJP, with assertions that the party is facing internal turmoil and its future existence is in doubt.
The issue was raised in the State Assembly by law minister Prithviraj Harichandan, leading to sharp political exchanges.
- Who
- V.K. Pandian, a close aide of former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, and political parties in Odisha including Congress and BJP.
- What
- A political controversy over the extensive security provided to V.K. Pandian during the previous BJD regime.
- When
- The issue gained traction on Friday and led to political exchanges on Saturday.
- Where
- Odisha, India.
- Why
- The Congress accused the BJP-led state government of shielding Pandian, while the BJP questioned the circumstances of the security provision and promised an investigation.
- Person Involved
- V.K. Pandian
- Security Personnel
- 72
- Accusing Party
- Congress
- Defending Party
- BJP
- Location
- Odisha