Dhenkanal: A Samiti Member candidate in Kantabania area of Dhenkanal district went missing while he had gone to print push cards for his election campaign.
The family members of the candidate, identified as Subrat Behera, have lodged a complaint in this regard at Kantabania Police Station.
As per the complaint, Subrat had left his house at around 2.30 PM on February 1 but did not return back. His phone was also switched off.
After checking with all his friends and associates, his family members feared that he may have been kidnapped and sought the help of the police.
During the investigation, Subrat’s slippers and bike were found near a pond. Police are still searching for him with the help of the scientific team and dog squad.