Odisha Assembly Adjourns 18 Days Early; Rs 17,440 Cr Budget Approved

• Odisha Assembly's Winter Session adjourned sine die 18 days ahead of its scheduled end on December 31.
• The adjournment motion was moved by government chief whip Saroj Kumar Pradhan, citing no major official business remaining.
• President Droupadi Murmu addressed the members on the opening day (Nov 27), marking the first time a President addressed the Odisha Assembly.
• During its 11 working days, the House approved a Supplementary Budget of Rs 17,440 crore and passed six other Bills, including those enhancing pensions for ex-members and salaries for Speaker, Deputy Speaker, ministers, and MLAs.

Why It Matters: Early adjournment of Odisha Assembly impacts legislative schedule and governance.