Berhampur: A physically challenged person attempted suicide while the grievance redressal session was underway in Digapahandi. The session was held under the supervision of Berhampur SP at the Block office in Digapahandi.
The physically challenged person, Jamanu Balakrishna Dora consumed pesticide alleging that there was an inordinate delay in identification of his piece of land. He alleged that the authorities turned a deaf ear to his appeals.
The man was rushed to the local hospital but as his condition worsened, Dora was shifted to MKCG Medical College and Hospital. Currently, he is under treatment in Berhampur.