Police have deployed 24-hour security to the family of lawyer Pitavas Panda after his wife publicly claimed their lives were in danger. Plainclothes officers will guard the residence following death threats issued to Pitavas' son, urging them to withdraw a case.
During a press conference, Panda's wife revealed that her son received two threatening calls from an unknown number. The caller allegedly warned that if the case—reportedly involving former BJD MLA Vikram Panda—was not withdrawn, the son would be the next target following Pitavas' death.
A police complaint has been filed regarding the threats. Authorities have acted quickly to provide the requested protection, recognizing the serious threat to the family's safety.