Congress’ resort politics in Odisha | MLAs moved to Bengaluru before Rajya Sabha polls fearing horse-trading

Bhubaneswar, 13/3: Odisha saw some dramatic political developments Friday when the opposition Congress brought eight of its MLAs to Karnataka amid fears of cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha elections set to be held on Monday, party leaders said.

Naveen Patnaik’s BJD has also taken stringent measures and asked all its legislators to attend important meetings at the former CM’s residence daily till the elections take place, a statement from the party said.