Bhubaneswar: In a desperate bid to secure the release of Laxmipur MLA Jhina Hikaka, the Odisha government bowed to the demands made by the Maoists and agreed to release 13 prisoners.

 

The government has agreed to withdraw cases against 13 prisoners, including four Maoists. However, the naxals are adamant on the release of 29 people, including some dreaded Maoists.

 

The Maoists will hold a 'People's Court' or 'Praja Court' tomorrow to decide the fate of Jhina Hikaka. It is expected that the BJD MLA would be released tomorrow, as the Maoists do not want to prolong the hostage crisis.

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