Bhubaneswar: A crucial Test Identification (TI) parade was conducted on Saturday inside Berhampur Circle Jail, marking a significant development in the investigation into the murder of lawyer and BJP leader Pitabash Panda, who was shot dead near his home on October 6.

The TI parade, involving eight accused persons, was held with court permission and under the supervision of a judicial magistrate. Officials said the process was vital, as the case hinges on whether eyewitnesses can accurately identify any of the suspects.

Investigators believe the exercise could provide a major breakthrough. During the procedure, witnesses were required to pick out suspects from a lineup of individuals of similar appearance — a method designed to ensure fairness and remove any possibility of bias. Success

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