Sudarsan Jena, a prime accused in the murder of BJP leader Pitabash Panda, surrendered at Baidyanathpur Police Station in Berhampur.

His surrender marks a major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the politically sensitive case.

Jena had been on the run since the murder and was considered one of the central figures in the conspiracy. He is reportedly a close associate of BJD leader Bikram Panda, which has added a political dimension to the case. His surrender follows the recent arrest of businessman Sunil Hota, who allegedly sheltered the killers at his farmhouse.

With Jena now in custody, the number of individuals either arrested or surrendered in connection with the Pitabash Panda murder has increased significantly. Police officials have confirmed that further interrogation

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