MLA’s absence for assembly duties can’t invalidate no-trust motion in panchayat samiti: Orissa high court

The Orissa High Court has ruled that an MLA's absence due to assembly duties cannot derail a no-confidence motion in a panchayat samiti. The court clarified that statutory provisions for such meetings override executive advisories, allowing them to proceed even during legislative sessions. This decision dismissed petitions challenging the validity of a motion.