Kotia dispute intensifies as Odisha moves court against Andhra Pradesh; CM Mohan Charan Majhi asserts territorial claim, seeks 'constructive suggestions' from Naveen Patnaik

Odisha chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi has responded to Naveen Patnaik regarding the panchayat elections in Kotia. He emphasized the importance of legal and constitutional measures in solving the interstate boundary dispute. The Chief Minister's remarks came as a 16-member Kotia committee was scheduled to meet to review development plans. Meanwhile, the Congress party is seeking details from the government on committee recommendations for resolution.