The ruling BJD and opposition BJP had fielded 13 each candidates for the election while Congress contested in 8 wards. Also seven independent candidates are in the race. More than 83 percent turnout was recorded on Tuesday as 7922 voters participated in the polls out of total 9508 voters in the NAC.
The election was conducted by the returning officer, Sangram Keshari Swain ADM, Keonjhar with the direct supervision of Dr. N.Tirumlanaik DM, Keonjhar, Kabita Jallan SP, Keojhar.