Bhubaneswar, Oct. 12 -- An Anganwadi centre in Ghusuramunda village under Muribahal block in Odisha's Bolangir district was locked again on Sunday following a caste dispute over the appointment of a cook. Tribal villagers reportedly demanded the removal of a Dalit cook, Punya Haripal, and the appointment of a tribal woman in her place.

The dispute resurfaced four months after a similar controversy at the centre.

As per reports, six women had applied for the cook's post at the Anganwadi centre. Punya Haripal was selected on the basis of her eligibility. However, her appointment led to protests by some villagers over her caste.

Some villagers reportedly objected to eating food prepared by a Scheduled Caste woman, while others demanded th...