Odisha to hold student union elections after eight-year gap

The Odisha government has announced plans to conduct student union elections after a gap of eight years. The election process will begin on October 7 and conclude on October 16, 2026, with all activities to be completed within this ten-day window.

This marks a significant step toward resuming democratic processes within educational institutions in the state. The announcement comes after a prolonged period without student union elections in Odisha's colleges and universities.