Kendrapara: A BJP worker was injured in a murderous attack by people belonging to an opponent political party during polls at a polling station in Odisha's Kendrapara district today.

The victim has been identified as Rashmi Ranjan Jena, the BJP booth president.

The incident occurred at Booth No. 35 at Nilakanthapur panchayat under Pattamundai police limits.

According to reports, a group of people attacked with a knife during the polling, creating panic among voters. He sustained injuries on his back.

The victim was rushed to the Pattamundai PHC for treatment. Later, he lodged a complaint with the Pattamundai Police seeking action against accused persons.