Bhubaneswar, Oct. 14 -- Student union elections have triggered disputes at three colleges on wednesday in Odisha. While candidates at Ganjam College have alleged pressure on students to vote for particular candidates, the cancellation of polls at Nilamani College in Balasore district has sparked protests.

Meanwhile, students at Maa Markama Degree College in Rayagada district have raised objections to the student union selection process, alleging irregularities.

Tension prevailed at Nilamani College in Rupsa of Balasore district, over the cancellation of student union elections. Student leaders belonging to the NSUI and BCJD locked the college gate and staged a sit-in to protest the decision.

Students expressed resentment after the canc...