Attacks on Christians tarnished Orissa, says CM Patnaik

“They (the missionaries) have been there for decades. NGOs and missionaries are there in certain belts of Orissa. We will leave it at that. There are laws regarding conversions and every person in any country should follow the law of the land.”

Patnaik highlighted efforts made by the state Government to return normalcy to affected areas. “I was in the district. Relief has reached there in the way of food and other items. Senior secretaries of the departments which are providing relief will soon visit the district. Very shortly assessment of the losses will be made. Funds are being made available. Security forces are there in Kandhamal and Koraput districts. Touch wood, now the situation is under control.”