Today’s Current Affairs: Violence erupted in Odisha’s Ganjam district ahead of the general election’s fifth phase, resulting in the death of a BJP worker and serious injuries to three others. The clashes, allegedly involving workers of the ruling BJD party, were sparked by disagreements over the erection of party banners. The incident has raised concerns about pre-poll violence and the need for immediate measures to restore peace in the region. The Election Commission of India has emphasized zero tolerance towards violence during elections, urging authorities to take strict action against the perpetrators. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik condemned the incident, calling for strong and exemplary action against those responsible.
What sparked the violence in Odisha’s Ganjam district?
- A. Election campaigning
- B. Erection of party banners
- C. Protest against the government
- D. Land dispute
Answer: B. Erection of party banners
Which political party’s workers were involved in the clashes?
- A. BJP
- B. BJD
- C. Congress
- D. CPI
Answer: B. BJD
Where were the injured taken for treatment?
- A. AIIMS in Bhubaneswar
- B. Khallikote community health centre
- C. MKCG Medical College in Berhampur
- D. Both B and C
Answer: D. Both B and C
Who condemned the pre-poll violence in Ganjam district?
- A. Prime Minister
- B. Election Commission of India
- C. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik
- D. President of India
Answer: C. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik
What happened in Odisha’s Ganjam district days ahead of the general election’s fifth phase?
A BJP worker was killed and three people were seriously injured in clashes between BJP and BJD workers.
Why did the clashes occur in Srikrushnasaranpur village?
The clashes occurred when a group objected to the erection of party banners by another group, leading to injuries on both sides.
What actions were taken by the police following the violence?
Police arrested nine people in connection with the case and resorted to lathi-charge to disperse protesters outside Khallikote police station.
What were the demands of the protesters outside the police station?
The protesters demanded the arrest of all the accused involved in the clashes.
What measures were directed by the state chief electoral officer to contain violence in the region?
The state chief electoral officer directed the Ganjam district collector and superintendent of police to take immediate measures to contain violence and bring back normalcy in the region.
Today's Current Affairs report a tragic incident in Odisha's Ganjam district where a BJP worker was killed and three others were injured in clashes ahead of the fifth phase of general elections. The violence erupted when a group objected to the placement of party banners by another group, leading to clashes and injuries on both sides. The deceased, Dilip Pahan, passed away while undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital. Police have arrested nine people in connection with the case and tensions remain high in the area. The state's Chief Electoral Officer has directed authorities to take immediate measures to contain violence and ensure the smooth conduct of elections. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has condemned the incident, emphasizing zero tolerance towards violence during the electoral process. The injured were rushed to hospitals for treatment, with one of them being transferred to AIIMS in Bhubaneswar due to deteriorating condition. The BJP workers are demanding swift action against the attackers and disruptions have been reported in the region. The Aska Lok Sabha constituency, including Khallikote, is scheduled to go to polls on May 20.
