Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra has resigned from his position as the party's leader in the Upper House. He submitted his resignation to BJD president Naveen Patnaik today. This move comes amid indications of internal discussions within the Biju Janata Dal regarding leadership in Parliament. Meanwhile, party sources indicate that consultations are underway to determine his successor in the Rajya Sabha.