Ficci seeks Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik's intervention to defuse IMFA crisis

Even after a fortnight of disruption, the ongoing impasse at IMFA's Therubali unit shows no sign of abatement

Leading industry body Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) has sought the intervention of Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik to break the impasse at Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys (IMFA's) Therubali operations in Rayagada district.

IMFA's operations at its Therubali unit have come to a halt since April 23 after a horde of outsiders gheraoed the plant premises, stalling movement of workers.

"The situation continues till date and a serious loss of life and property is apprehended. This has also impacted the livelihood of nearly 1500 workers. We therefore urge upon your administration to kindly intervene appropriately