Bhubaneswar, Oct. 31 -- Former Mayor and prime accused in the Pitabas Panda murder case, Pintu Das, was transferred from Odisha's Berhampur Circle Jail to Phulbani Jail on Friday around 8:15 a.m. The transfer took place under tight security arrangements following concerns raised over his safety.

The decision to move Pintu Das was reportedly influenced by security concerns and the petition submitted before the court. Jail authorities confirmed that the transfer process was conducted smoothly with all necessary precautions in place. The measure aims to prevent further incidents inside the facility and to ensure the safety of the accused while the investigation continues.

Meanwhile, in the high-profile Pitabas Panda murder case, an indepen...