BJD Leader Sasmit Patra Enjoys Culinary Break with Odissi Legend Sonal Mansingh
Following his resignation as the parliamentary party leader of the Biju Janata Dal in the Rajya Sabha, Sasmit Patra has opted for a distinctive culinary interlude. The Member of Parliament made his way to Odisha Niwas in New Delhi, not for political strategizing, but to savor the traditional and mouth-watering Pakhala dish.
A delightful surprise awaited him at the lunch table. Joining Patra was none other than the legendary Odissi exponent, Dr. Sonal Mansingh. Capturing the moment on social media, Sasmit Patra expressed, "Nothing beats the comfort of an authentic Pakhala lunch at Odisha Niwas, New Delhi. An afternoon of great food and even better conversation, honored by the presence of the legendary Dr. Sonal Mansingh ji and distinguished personalities."
BJP's Baijayant Panda Upholds Family Tradition Amid Scorching Heatwave
As temperatures soar across the region, BJP national vice-president and Kendrapada MP Baijayant Jay Panda has initiated a compassionate gesture to provide solace to people on the streets. Keeping a cherished family tradition alive, Baijayant has placed cool jugs of water and dahi outside his family home, enabling passers-by to pause momentarily and quench their thirst.
Sharing this initiative with his followers on X, Baijayant Panda wrote, "We usually begin this on Pana Sankranti, but due to the scorching heatwave, started earlier our family's annual practice of keeping cool water, plain and with dahi, outside our gate for passersby. A tradition followed in our family for generations. In this heat, even a small gesture can offer some relief. Stay hydrated and take care."
IRS Officer's Past Controversies Resurface Amid Lok Bhavan Dispute
In a separate development, an IRS officer who recently accused Lok Bhavan staff of ill-treatment finds himself embroiled in past controversies. Records indicate that the Capital police station had made several general diary entries against him previously, alleging attempts at unauthorized entry to Lok Bhavan during the tenure of his father's service there.
This revelation adds a complex layer to the ongoing dispute, highlighting that old habits indeed die hard. The officer's history with the governor's house suggests a pattern of contentious interactions, now resurfacing amid current allegations.
