Odisha Assembly Polls|| Supreme Court Stayed High Court Decision Invalidating Election Of Congress MLA in 2019

On Monday (18th March): The Supreme Court overturned the High Court decision annulling Congress leader Mohammed Moquim’s 2019 MLA win for Barabati in Cuttack. Moquim can retain his position with restrictions, including inability to vote in assembly. The controversy arose from allegations of undisclosed criminal cases and property details during the election. The next hearing is scheduled for May 10, 2024.