BJP Secures Three Rajya Sabha Seats in Odisha, BJD Earns One Seat
A total of 11 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) cast their votes in support of independent candidate Dilip Ray, who is backed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This unexpected support has bolstered Rays chances for securing a seat in the Rajya Sabha, despite initially lacking the necessary numerical strength to do so.