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Odisha Assembly Adjourned Until Monday After Protests Over Fertiliser Shortage

Opposition lawmakers demand a day-long debate on alleged black marketing.

The opposition members continued to raise their voices against the state’s BJP government and blamed it for the farmers’ distress. (PTI photo)
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Overview

  • Proceedings were halted for the second straight day and the House was finally adjourned to Monday at 10:30 a.m. after uproar over fertiliser availability.
  • BJD and Congress members stormed the well with placards and sought suspension of regular business for a full discussion on farmer access and pricing.
  • The Chief Minister’s Office said the Centre allocated the full Kharif requirement of 9.55 lakh metric tonnes and reported 9.85 lakh metric tonnes distributed from 11.66 lakh metric tonnes available.
  • BJD leaders challenged the figures, pointing to long queues at cooperative outlets and claims that farmers are paying higher open‑market rates.
  • A BJD delegation met the Governor seeking intervention, while BJP leaders accused the Opposition of avoiding a structured debate and playing politics.