Bhubaneswar, Oct. 31 -- Tragedy struck a family in Kendrapara district after an Odia worker lost his life in an accident at his workplace in Kerala. The deceased, identified as Sukanta Mallik from Talachua under Marine Police limits, was employed at a plywood factory.

According to sources, on October 30, Sukanta was working when a large plywood stack suddenly fell on him, leaving him trapped underneath. He reportedly died on the spot due to severe injuries.

Following the incident, the private company authorities have allegedly not taken any steps to transport his mortal remains back to Odisha. The grieving family, struggling to bring the body home, has appealed to BJP National Vice President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda for help. ...