Crime Wave Shakes Bhubaneswar: A Day of Lawlessness and Tragedy

Bhubaneswar experienced a shocking wave of crime on a single day, with incidents including the murder of an AIIMS lab worker and an attack on a President award-winning teacher. This has sparked political backlash, with opposition parties slamming the BJP-led government over the deteriorating law and order situation.

The day began with the murder of Sudhanshu Khuntia, a laboratory attendant at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, who was gunned down en route to his workplace. Police suspect a past rivalry and have detained three individuals as investigations continue. Separately, Dwiti Chandra Sahu, a respected educator, was assaulted near the railway station, suffering severe injuries.

Additional crimes included a suspected murder at a construction site and a temple theft, further fueling criticism of the state's administration and its handling of law and order. Opposition leaders are demanding accountability and immediate action to ensure public safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)