Bhabani Shankar Bhoi, a ruling BJP legislator, has officially filed his nomination papers for the position of Deputy Speaker in the Odisha Assembly. The filing took place on Tuesday, with Bhoi being accompanied by key figures including Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Ministers KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida, among others.

Bhoi, the MLA from Talsara, has a notable record in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, having been elected twice in 2019 and again in 2024. His candidacy for the Deputy Speaker role reflects the BJP’s continued push for leadership positions within the state assembly.

The nomination comes as the BJP seeks to consolidate its position in the Odisha Assembly and enhance its influence over legislative proceedings. The election for the Deputy Speaker is expected to be a key event in the assembly’s ongoing activities.

Key Points:

• BJP MLA Bhabani Shankar Bhoi has filed for the Deputy Speaker position in the Odisha Assembly.
• Bhoi was accompanied by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Deputy Chief Ministers KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida.
• Bhoi has been elected to the Odisha Legislative Assembly in 2019 and 2024.

The outcome of this nomination will be closely watched as it could impact the BJP’s strategic positioning within the Odisha Assembly.