Koraput:Sept 25 [UDN}: A district-level committee meeting of the ‘Ama Hospital’ scheme was held under the chairmanship of the District Collector of Koraput to review the progress of various ongoing healthcare-related projects across the district. During the meeting, officials presented updates on the implementation and progress of different projects being undertaken under the Ama Hospital initiative. The committee reviewed the status of completed works as…
Damajodi Bridge Submerged Under 3 Feet of Water as Heavy Rain Causes Rising Water Levels in Koraput
Koraput , Sept 25 [UDN}: Heavy rain triggered by a low-pressure system has led to a flood-like situation in parts of Dasmantpur block in Koraput district. Rising water levels in a hilly stream caused nearly 3 feet of water to flow over the Damajodi bridge under Nandigaon Gram Panchayat. The overflowing water disrupted vehicular movement, leaving buses, two-wheelers, four-wheelers and passengers stranded on both sides…
Heavy Rain May Extend School Holidays Across Odisha, Minister Says Decision Will Depend on Weather Conditions
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:Odisha School and Mass Education Minister said that the ongoing spell of heavy rainfall may lead to an extension of school holidays in the state, depending on the prevailing weather conditions and the situation on the ground. The Minister noted that schools have been repeatedly closed due to episodes of excessive rainfall, which has affected regular academic activities during the current academic…
Panchayati Raj Minister Inspects Low-Lying Areas in Kotpad Block, Assures Government Readiness to Tackle Flood Threat
Kotpad,Sept 25 [UDN}:: Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik on Thursday visited several low-lying and vulnerable areas of Kotpad block, including Shadaranga and Parinji, to take stock of the situation in view of the impact of the deep depression affecting the region. During the field visit, the Minister reviewed the ground situation and assessed the preparedness of the local administration to deal with possible…
Skill Development Camp Held in Kotpad to Promote Natural Handicrafts, Eco-Friendly Practices and Sustainable Livelihoods
Kotpad, Sept 25 [UDN}: A skill development camp focusing on natural handicrafts and environment-friendly practices was organised at the Government Upgraded High School in Asana under Kotpad block of Koraput district. The camp was conducted under the aegis of the Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department of the Government of Odisha, with the objective of promoting the use of naturally available materials for creating useful…
Koraput–Rayagada NH-326 Hit by Rain Disruption, Vehicular Movement Affected Along Key Highway Route
Rayagada,Sept 25 [UDN}: Vehicular movement on National Highway-326 between Koraput and Rayagada has been disrupted after water began flowing over the Chhotaguda bridge following incessant rainfall in the region. Hundreds of vehicles have reportedly been stranded on both sides of the bridge as the rising water level has made passage difficult. The disruption comes amid continuous heavy rainfall in Koraput district under the influence of…
Heavy Rain from Deep Depression Affects Six Odisha Districts, Revenue Minister Reviews Situation and Response Measures
Koraput,Sept 25 [UDN}: Odisha Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari has informed that six districts of the state have been particularly affected by heavy rainfall triggered by a deep depression. According to the minister, Koraput, Ganjam, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Nabarangpur and Rayagada have experienced significant impact from the heavy rain and strong winds associated with the weather system. Minister Pujari said the state government is closely monitoring the…
Weather to Weaken Over Next 24 Hours, but Red Warning Issued for Koraput, Nabarangpur and Kalahandi Amid Heavy Rain Threat
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:The weather system affecting Odisha is expected to gradually weaken over the next 24 hours. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Koraput, Nabarangpur and Kalahandi, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with isolated extremely heavy showers during the period. According to IMD Regional Director Dr Manorama Mohanty, the deep depression has moved inland after crossing…
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan Rides Motorcycle to Inspect Development Projects and Review Ground Situation
Sambalpur:Sept 25 [UDN}: Sambalpur MP and former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan returned to Bhubaneswar on Thursday after completing a four-day tour of his parliamentary constituency. During the visit, he attended a series of government, private and political programmes across Sambalpur, Kuchinda, Deogarh and Rairakhol. On the final afternoon of his tour, however, Pradhan’s unusual mode of travel drew considerable attention. Leaving behind his official…
Heavy Rain Submerges Farmland Across Ganjam, Agriculture Department Launches Assessment of Crop Damage
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:The deep depression over the region has led to the inundation of large tracts of agricultural land in several parts of Ganjam district, affecting standing crops and raising concerns among farmers. To assess the ground situation and examine the condition of the affected farmland, a team from the Agriculture Department visited various areas of the district today. The inspection was carried out…