Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Supremo Naveen Patnaik has officially constituted a new State-Level Disciplinary Action Committee, signalling a renewed focus on party discipline and cohesion.
The seven-member committee, announced today, comprises a mix of seasoned leaders and emerging figures within the party.
Veteran leader Shri Debi Prasad Mishra has been appointed to head the crucial committee. He will be joined by Shri Pradip Kumar Amat, Shri Chandrasekhar Sahoo, and Dr. Rajashree Mallick, all prominent faces within the BJD.
The committee also includes younger generation leaders such as Shri Sarada Prasanna Jena and Smt. Sarmistha Sethi, indicating the party’s intent to involve diverse perspectives in maintaining decorum. Dr. Lopamudra Baxipatra rounds out the list of members.
While the specific mandate of the committee was not immediately detailed, its formation underscores the BJD’s commitment to internal discipline as it navigates the political landscape.
The committee is expected to address instances of indiscipline, dissent, or any actions deemed detrimental to the party’s interests, ensuring adherence to the BJD’s principles and directives.
The move is seen by political observers as a step to streamline internal party mechanisms and reinforce leadership control.