Jorasanko MLA Vivek Gupta has canceled his much-publicized MLA Cup after Taaza TV’s report raised critical questions about the event. His PA has cited upcoming exams as the reason, but Taaza TV had earlier highlighted two major concerns—why the tournament’s posters lacked party leadership images and what Gupta’s alleged links were with Ashok Ojha, an accused elephant tusk smuggler. Despite repeated attempts, no clear explanations have been provided.
Taaza TV’s investigative report had brought attention to these discrepancies, prompting public and political scrutiny. The timing of the cancellation, coming right after the exposé, has fueled further debate. While Gupta’s team insists that exams led to the decision, they have not explained why the event was scrapped instead of being postponed. With no official clarification from the MLA, the demand for answers continues to grow.