Bhubaneswar, May 2 -- The meeting between Dilip Ray and MLAs accused of cross-voting during Rajya Sabha polls has sparked a political controversy in Odisha. BJD MLA Sarada Jena levelled serious allegations, claiming that earlier accusations made by the party have now been proven true.

Jena alleged that Dilip Ray is 'thanking the horses and feeding them intermittently', implying inducements in the cross-voting episode. He further claimed that those involved have links with the BJP, but asserted that the developments would not cause any damage to the BJD.

Meanwhile, Arvind Mohapatra responded strongly to the BJD's allegations. He stated that enough discussions have already taken place regarding the Rajya Sabha issue and urged others to 'l...