Bhubaneswar, June 8 -- Speculation over the possible entry of VK Pandian's wife, Sujata Karthikeyan, into the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has gained momentum after senior party leaders publicly expressed their support for her joining the organisation.

BJD leader Manmath Routray on Monday said that party workers were eager to see Sujata Karthikeyan become part of BJD. He stated that her experience and knowledge would significantly strengthen the party and said leaders were awaiting her arrival.

Speaking to the media, Manmath Routray said the party would warmly welcome Sujata Karthikeyan if she decided to join. He remarked that everyone in the BJD wanted her to come forward and contribute to public life.

"Sujata is joining the BJD; there is no...