Odisha Statements

Odisha - Latest statements from the press
state in Eastern India
“ I am deeply shocked to learn of the girl’s death. I pray for the eternal peace of her soul,
Chief Minister,
15-yr-old girl allegedly set on fire in Odisha succumbs to injuries in…
“ While Odisha is still reeling under the shock of the Balasore incident, another horrific crime has come to light. How deep must the systemic rot in the police system be for criminals to set a girl on…
K. C. Venugopal,
Outrage over attempts to kill teen girl by setting her on fire in…
“ The State government has decided to launch a programme to ensure the safety and security of girl students in colleges and universities. This initiative is in response to the rise in crimes against…
Chief Minister,
Under attack from Opposition, BJP govt. in Odisha launches…
“ The girl has been immediately shifted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar, and all arrangements are being made for her treatment. All the expenses of the treatment will be borne by the government. The police…
Chief Minister,
Miscreants set 15-year-old girl on fire in Odisha, victim rushed to…
“ Our party condemns what happened in Balasore and also is a part of the Odisha Bandh... All those who are involved should be held accountable, including the state government... What happened was an…
D. Raja,
CPI’s D Raja Condemns Balasore Student Death Case’ Institutional…