Bhubaneswar, March 16 -- In a significant political development, veteran leader and Independent candidate to the Rajya Sabha from Odisha, Dilip Ray, met senior politician Bijoy Mohapatra on Monday at his residence, sparking fresh speculation about shifting political dynamics.

The two leaders held detailed discussions and exchanged sweets, signaling a possible new beginning or political understanding.

Bijoy Mohapatra revealed that the groundwork for this meeting had been prepared nearly three months ago, suggesting that the interaction was part of a well-thought-out plan rather than a sudden move.

During the interaction, Mohapatra also expressed his concern over growing dissatisfaction among the people towards Naveen Patnaik. He remarke...