Journalist Told To Appear Before Panel For "Derogatory Remarks" On Odisha
Abhijit Iyer Mitra had come to Odisha on September 15, apparently at the invitation of former MP Baijayant Panda. After touring he allegedly posted derogatory remarks on social media insulting the state, its culture and tradition and the lawmakers.
Abhijit Iyer was arrested by Odisha Police, with help of Delhi Police, on September 20.