Bikashita Gaon, PMAY-G, MGNREGS, and clean water projects among top priorities Odisha Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik conducted a comprehensive review of key rural development schemes, emphasizing accelerated implementation and improved service delivery to transform village infrastructure and livelihoods across the state. Chairing the high-level meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan, Naik…
Inception workshop signals shift towards data-driven development in Angul, Jajpur, and Jharsuguda In a strategic move to ensure greater accountability and measurable outcomes from mining-related welfare schemes, the Government of Odisha today initiated a detailed evaluation of District Mineral Foundation (DMF)-funded projects in the mining-affected districts of Angul, Jajpur, and Jharsuguda. A preliminary workshop was…
Government university, medical college, and ₹6,600 crore in private investments position Bhadrak as an emerging growth hub Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Monday launched and laid foundation stones for 13 major public welfare projects worth approximately ₹275 crore in Baliapada, Bhadrak district, underscoring the state government’s commitment to regional development and inclusive growth. Of…
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announces near-completion of studio upgrade; plans underway to transform site into a full-fledged film city Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday reviewed the near-completion of the ambitious renovation project at Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar, signaling the state government’s renewed push to position Odisha as a hub for the…
Completion of Tunnel T2 signals major progress in bridging Odisha’s East–West rail connectivity In a significant advancement for Odisha’s railway infrastructure, the Khurda Road–Balangir New Railway Line project has achieved a crucial engineering milestone with the successful excavation breakthrough of Tunnel No. T2. Located between Buguda and Daspalla in Nayagarh district, the 1,775-metre tunnel was…
State capital now linked to four international hubs as aviation sector records rapid expansion Odisha’s international air connectivity is set to receive a major boost with the launch of direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Abu Dhabi starting June 12. The new route from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) will mark the fourth direct international connection…
Senior-level promotions and postings aim to strengthen leadership in healthcare administration as state monitors rising Covid-19 cases In a strategic move to reinforce Odisha’s healthcare leadership in light of emerging public health challenges, particularly the uptick in Covid-19 cases, the state government has announced a significant reshuffle in the Odisha Medical and Health Services (OMHS)…
State receives ₹3,836 crore NABARD loan in FY 2024–25; High Power Committee calls for accelerated infrastructure delivery In a testament to Odisha’s strong performance in rural development, the state has emerged as the top performer in implementing Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) projects in the country for the fiscal year 2024–25. The development was highlighted…
CSR initiative enhances patient care, reinforces NTPC’s commitment to public health infrastructure In a significant contribution to Odisha’s healthcare infrastructure, NTPC Ltd. (Eastern Region-II Headquarters, Bhubaneswar) has provided essential medical equipment worth ₹63.59 lakh to AIIMS Bhubaneswar under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The donation is aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency…
Odisha Ophthalmic Service Rules, 2025, to Enhance Eye Care Access and Create 341 New Positions Across the State In a decisive push to strengthen its public health infrastructure, the Odisha Cabinet has approved the formation of a dedicated ophthalmic cadre under the newly framed Odisha Ophthalmic Service (Methods of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules,…
