Sambalpur: There is no water in the Mahanadi as Chhattisgarh has not released any upstream. The water level in reservoirs is continuously declining, and daily electricity generation has dropped to 39 megawatts. There is now uncertainty about whether water supply for the upcoming Rabi crops will be possible. Despite the worsening situation, no significant action has been taken. The government, which had declared that it…
District Collector & SP Jointly Chair Public Hearing Camp in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur: A public hearing camp was organized at the Municipal Conference Hall in Nabarangpur under the joint chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Subhankar Mohapatra and Superintendent of Police Mihir Kumar Panda. The event saw the presence of Chief District Development Officer Biranchi Narayan Ray, Deputy Collector Prakash Mishra, and other district-level departmental officials. Key Highlights of the Public Hearing Camp: Total Applications Received: 64 51…
Staff Shortage at Tahasil Office Causes Delays in Land Record Corrections
Rayagada: The Rayagada district tahasil offices are facing an acute staff shortage, leading to delays in land record corrections, caste certificates, income certificates, crop damage reports, house fire reports, and other critical administrative services. Key Issues Due to Staff Shortage: 11 Tahasils Affected: Rayagada, Kolnara, Gudari, Bishamakatak, Muniguda, Chandrapur, Kashipur, Padmapur, and others. Vacancies: Revenue Inspectors (RI): 19 vacant positions Assistant Revenue Inspectors (ARI): 42…
First Aid Training Camp Conducted at Kumbharbandh College
Jharsuguda: A First Aid Training Camp was organized at Kumbharbandh Panchayat Regional Degree College, Lakhanpur Block, by the Youth Red Cross (YRC) under the chairmanship of College Principal Rajkishore Bishwal. Key Highlights of the Event: Objective: To provide basic first aid training and awareness to students and staff. Guest Introduction: Conducted by Youth Red Cross Counselor Sunita Barik. Training Session: Led by Jharsuguda District Junior…
Grand Temple Consecration Festival Celebrated at S.B. Nuagaon
Kotpad: The Pratistha Utsav (Consecration Festival) of Panchadev idols was celebrated at Nilakantheswar Temple in S.B. Nuagaon, under Kotpad Block. The festival, which started on February 25, concluded successfully on March 2. Key Highlights of the Event: The idol consecration was carried out by local social workers and devotees. Over six days, idols of Hanuman, Ganesh, Surya Narayan, Vishnu, and Parvati were installed. The evenings…
Landless People in Sambalpur Struggle to Obtain Caste Certificates
Sambalpur: In the Indian social and economic system, the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) have historically been the most oppressed and marginalized groups. Even after decades of independence, these communities continue to be among the poorest. To address this historical injustice, the Constitution has provided them with reservations and various government benefits. However, in the current scenario, landless people belonging to SC and…
Concerns Rise Over Unsafe Drinking Water Supply in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur: The city of Nabarangpur is allegedly receiving unsafe drinking water. For a long time, the Public Health Department has been supplying turbid water to the residents. As a result, cases of cold, cough, fever, and skin diseases have been increasing. Making these allegations, the Nabarangpur Citizens’ Committee inspected the Indravati Riverbank-based drinking water purification project today under the leadership of Committee President Jagannath Mohapatra.…
Police Organizes Public Outreach Camp in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur: A public outreach camp was organized in Padamjhari village, Kursha Panchayat, Umerkote block with the joint efforts of Nabarangpur and Umerkote police. The camp commenced with a traditional welcome for the District Superintendent of Police, Mihir Kumar Panda, by the villagers. Following this, he was escorted to the event venue with a ceremonial procession. As part of the event, the chief guest inaugurated volleyball and…
Potato Cultivation Expands to 6,000 Hectares Amid Climate Concerns
Jeypore: In the upcoming Kharif season, potato cultivation will be carried out on 6,000 hectares of land in Koraput district. The state government has taken this step to address the potato shortage. According to Agriculture Department Principal Secretary Dr. Aravind Padhee, preparations at the district level have been completed. Speaking as the chief guest at the ongoing regional agricultural machinery exhibition at Dashahara Padia, Dr.…
Dr. Nihar Ranjan Mishra’s Compassion: A Lifeline for a Bedridden Patient
Malkangiri: Dr. Nihar Ranjan Mishra, the son of Subash Chandra Mishra, who was a primary school teacher in Kalimela block, was destined to become a doctor due to his father’s aspirations. Born in Kalimela, Nihar completed his primary and high school education there before pursuing medical entrance exams. He succeeded and studied at SCB Medical College, Cuttack. After completing his medical education, he worked in…