Odisha finalises name of Lokayukta chairperson

The name of the chairperson of the Odisha Lokayukta has been finalised by the selection committee on Tuesday, a top state government official said.

Chief Secretary A P Padhi said the selection committee at its meeting on Tuesday presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unanimously finalised the name of the Lokayukta chairperson.

Asked about the name of the Lokayukta chairperson, Padhi said: "The state government will announce the name after getting the governors approval."