Hirakud, Bargarh Road, and Panposh Stations to See Major Upgrades Under Amrit Bharat Scheme In a significant push towards modernizing railway infrastructure in Odisha, Indian Railways has sanctioned 60.93 crore for the redevelopment of three key railway stations—Hirakud, Bargarh Road, and Panposh (Rourkela)—under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The East Coast Railway (ECoR) announced the…
Key changes in Odisha’s administrative structure include new leadership in I\&PR and PM Poshan programmes In a significant administrative reshuffle at the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) level, Anuj Kumar Das Pattnaik has been appointed as the new Director of the Information and Public Relations (I\&PR) Department. The change was officially notified by the state government…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday led a high-level review of major urban infrastructure projects aimed at decongesting traffic and beautifying the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Twin City region. The meeting, held at Lok Seva Bhawan, focused on the progress and planning of key initiatives under the Works Department. Among the flagship projects reviewed was the…
In a decisive step toward advancing inclusive growth, the Odisha government has set an ambitious credit target of ₹2.52 lakh crore for the financial year 2025–26. The announcement was made at the 179th State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) meeting held in Bhubaneswar, with participation from top officials of the RBI, NABARD, and key stakeholders from…
Minister Sampad Swain Directs Swift Action on Land and Clearances for Paradeep and Bhadrak Ventures In a decisive move to bolster Odisha’s industrial growth, Industries and Skill Development Minister Sampad Chandra Swain chaired a high-level meeting today at Kharavel Bhawan, directing officials to expedite land acquisition and statutory clearances for two major Indian Oil Corporation…
New facility offers high-end treatment in seven medical specialties in collaboration with Hi-Tech Medical College, strengthening Odisha’s healthcare for 10 lakh insured beneficiaries In a major boost to public healthcare services, the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Hospital in Bhubaneswar has inaugurated a Super Specialty Outpatient Department (OPD), aimed at delivering advanced medical treatment to insured…
In a significant stride toward rural development and climate resilience, Vedanta Aluminium’s ‘Sangam Watershed Project’ is delivering year-round water security and improved agricultural output across 41 villages in the Lanjigarh region of Kalahandi district, Odisha. The initiative, which leverages advanced water conservation technologies and community partnerships, currently supports irrigation across more than 3,500 acres of…
New 16-member committee to design integrated agency for coordinated welfare delivery and cultural empowerment in border region In a strategic move to ensure inclusive and sustainable development in the sensitive border region of Kotia, the Odisha Government has formed a high-level 16-member committee to establish a special agency that will streamline the implementation of welfare…
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Lays Foundation Stone for Advanced Ferro Chrome Plant In a significant boost to Odisha’s industrial landscape, Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi today laid the foundation stone for Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys Ltd’s (IMFA) new state-of-the-art ferro chrome plant at Kalinga Nagar, Jajpur. The move marks a pivotal step in…
Focus on Timely Implementation, Directives Issued to Reach Remote Tribal Areas Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently conducted a comprehensive review of the Pradhan Mantri Janman Yojana at Lokseva Bhawan, directing top officials to ensure its timely and effective implementation across the state, especially in remote tribal regions. Addressing secretaries and senior officials from…
