[Watch] Odisha Elections 2024: Congress Leader Bijay Patnaik Suspends Campaign In Paralakhemundi Due To Heatstroke

Bhubaneswar: Congress leader and former Odisha Chief Secretary Bijay Kumar Patnaik, who is contesting the upcoming elections from Paralakhemundi Assembly seat, is taking a break from campaign after suffering a heatstroke.

In a post on his X handle along with a video message, Patnaik said he is down with fever due to a heatstroke. He said he is undergoing treatment and will soon resume electioneering in Paralakhemundi.

“I write to you with a heavy heart after suffering a heatstroke while campaigning in Paralakhemundi. A subsequent Urinary Tract Infection forced me to return to Bhubaneswar for urgent treatment and rest. Though this pause is temporary, your prayers and support are invaluable as I aim to return to the campaign trail swiftly,” the Congress leader wrote on X.

Patnaik thanked people for their understanding and unwavering belief in Congress’ vision for Paralakhemundi’s future.

I write to you with a heavy heart after suffering a heatstroke while campaigning in Paralakhemundi.

A subsequent Urinary Tract Infection forced me to return to Bhubaneswar for urgent treatment and rest.
Though this pause is temporary, your prayers and support are invaluable as… pic.twitter.com/5CJbty1r29

— Bijay Kumar Patnaik (@bijaypatnaikinc) May 4, 2024

The Congress leader is involved in a three-way fight in Paralakhemundi where BJP has fielded incumbent MLA K Narayana Rao, while BJD has nominated industrialist Rupesh Panigrahi.