BJP MP Sambit Patra refuted claims of a ministerial portfolio change for Dharmendra Pradhan, labeling the reports as baseless and aimed at sensationalizing the matter.

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation reshapes Odisha politics, but his influence within the BJP remains strong despite potential setbacks.

The Centre proposed altering Dharmendra Pradhan's portfolio to address concerns, but the CJP firmly rejected the offer, demanding his resignation as the sole resolution.