India, Nov. 2 -- Tension resurfaced in the disputed Kotia region in Koraput district after Odisha Police intercepted a rice-laden truck from Andhra Pradesh on Monday.

The truck was stopped near the Neridibalsa checkpost by Kotia police, triggering a heated exchange between police personnel and local villagers. The argument continued for a considerable period, creating tension in the area.

The incident comes amid heightened vigilance by the Koraput district administration to prevent Andhra Pradesh from conducting panchayat elections in Kotia.

The district administration, along with the Pattangi block administration, has intensified efforts to maintain control over the disputed region and prevent any electoral activities by Andhra Prade...