In a tense atmosphere leading up to the by-election in Nuapada district, a blank firing incident from a Personal Security Officer’s (PSO) gun has sparked controversy and heightened security concerns.

The event occurred late Friday night at a hotel in Komna, where political leaders have been camping amid intense campaigning.

According to reports, the PSO, identified as Dambaru Hantal, assigned to the Koraput MLA from the ruling party, accidentally discharged a blank round from his firearm at Sankalp Hotel in Komna block chowk. The incident has left local voters anxious, especially with ministers, MLAs, and leaders from various parties stationed across the district’s hotels, turning Nuapada into a mini political hub akin to Bhubaneswar.

Komna police swiftly responded to the scene and init

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