Public Relations Officer (PRO) Tanuja Mohanty has been suspended for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct during the Nuapada by-election. Disciplinary action was taken by the Public Relations Department following direct instructions from the State Election Commission.
The action stems from a complaint filed by a Biju Janata Dal representative, who accused Mohanty of promoting a specific party meeting on social media.
The Election Commission ordered an investigation, which substantiated the allegations against her. As a result of the proven violation, Mohanty has been suspended from work.
She has been instructed to remain at the state headquarters in Bhubaneswar and is prohibited from leaving without prior permission.