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Naveen Patnaik demands justice after pregnant woman hacked in front of toddler in Odisha
Politics
Published on 6 May 2026
The attack reportedly unfolded before a three year old
Leader of Opposition and former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik has demanded strict action after a man allegedly hacked his brother’s wife to death in Ganjam district, with the victim’s three-year-old daughter present. Patnaik sent a letter urging CM Mohan Charan Majhi to ensure justice and accountability, highlighting the horrific nature of the crime.
- Patnaik raised the case with Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi
- Allegation: pregnant woman was hacked to death in Ganjam
- The victim’s three-year-old daughter was reportedly present
- LoP calls for strict action and justice
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