December 10, 2025

Usha Padhee

Odisha Gears Up for EV Policy 2.0 to Boost Clean Mobility and Green Growth

Puja Devjani Mishra06 mins

High-level consultation focuses on incentives, charging infrastructure, and inter-departmental synergy for sustainable transport transformation Bhubaneswar : In a decisive move to accelerate the shift toward electric mobility, the Odisha Commerce and Transport Department convened a high-level stakeholder consultation to discuss and refine the proposed amendments to the Odisha Electric Vehicle Policy. The initiative aims to…

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Odisha H&UD Department, 6th State Finance Commission Hold Strategic Dialogue on Urban Reforms

Puja Devjani Mishra06 mins

Focus on fiscal accountability, capacity building, and sustainable growth under ‘Viksit Odisha @2036’ vision Bhubaneswar : In a major step towards strengthening Odisha’s urban governance and financial sustainability, the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department held a high-level meeting with the 6th State Finance Commission (SFC) on Monday at the Kharavela Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. The…

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Odisha Explores Stronger Partnership with ADB to Accelerate Urban Transformation

Puja Devjani Mishra06 mins

Focus on sustainable mobility, resilient infrastructure, and data-driven urban planning Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department has initiated discussions with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to strengthen cooperation in urban infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and resilient city planning. The meeting, marks a significant step toward deepening ADB’s partnership with Odisha in shaping…

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Odisha Sets Roadmap for ‘Zero Accident’ Mission with New Safety Initiatives

Puja Devjani Mishra03 mins

In a strategic push to curb road fatalities, the Odisha government is set to launch the Zero Accident Development (ZAD) program—a flagship initiative aimed at achieving substantial reductions in traffic-related deaths and injuries across the state. The decision was solidified during a high-level review meeting held on Saturday, chaired by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Commerce…

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