BJD MP Debashish Samantaray quits party, resigns from Rajya Sabha

Odisha's Biju Janata Dal faces another blow as senior leader Debashish Samantaray resigns. He cited feeling sidelined within the party. Samantaray has also submitted his resignation from the Rajya Sabha. He is set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party tomorrow. This move reduces the BJD's strength in the Upper House. The induction ceremony will see key BJP leaders present.