Bhubaneswar, Oct. 24 -- Senior BJP leader and advocate Pitabas Panda's murder case sparked political tension, with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) voicing strong reactions on Friday. Odisha Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan urged BJD to approach the court instead of staging protests on the streets.

The Minister emphasised that a police investigation is being conducted diligently. Authorities have found evidence against the accused, which has already resulted in arrests.

Responding to political criticism, BJD leaders insisted that the real perpetrators must be apprehended by the police and justice served. Meanwhile, the Law Minister reaffirmed that the legal process would take its course and all parties should respect the rule of law.

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