Koraput,Sept 18 [UDN}: A review meeting on the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) was held under the chairmanship of the Koraput District Collector to assess the implementation and progress of various child development and welfare initiatives in the district. The meeting focused on reviewing the delivery of essential services for children, pregnant women and lactating mothers, along with the functioning of Anganwadi centres and other…
Odisha CS Directs Collectors to Clear Bottlenecks, Fast-Track Flagship Projects
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Thursday directed district Collectors to expedite the implementation of major government schemes and resolve bottlenecks related to land, approvals and project execution within defined timelines. Garg issued the directions while chairing a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan to assess the district-wise progress of flagship programmes across key departments. Collectors participated in the meeting…
Health Minister Leads Comprehensive Review of Healthcare Services and Facilities in Kalahandi District
Kalahandi ,Sept 18 [UDN}: A comprehensive review of health services in Kalahandi district was conducted at the District Health Society conference hall under the leadership of Odisha Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling. During the review meeting, the Minister issued strict directions to departmental officials to take effective measures to bring down maternal and child mortality rates significantly. He also stressed the need…
Raniduduma: A Hidden Natural Gem of Koraput District Surrounded by Scenic Beauty and Lush Greenery
Korapu, Sept 18 [UDN}:Raniduduma is one of the picturesque destinations nestled amid the natural beauty and lush greenery of Koraput district in Odisha. Surrounded by rolling hills, cascading streams, dense green forests and a serene atmosphere, the area offers visitors a refreshing escape into nature. The scenic landscape of Raniduduma becomes particularly captivating during and after the monsoon, when the greenery flourishes and streams flow…
Odisha Speaker Surama Padhy Showcases State’s Disaster-Management Model in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha’s approach to disaster preparedness and climate resilience came into focus at the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, where Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy highlighted the state’s experience in managing recurring natural disasters. Pic Credit: x.com/DDNewsOdia The four-day conference brought together Speakers, ministers, parliamentarians and legislative officials from 56 countries at the International…
Standing Committee Members Visit Various Institutions in Bhubaneswar to Review Departmental Activities and Welfare Initiatives
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:A visit was undertaken to various institutions in Bhubaneswar as part of the responsibilities of members of the Standing Committees associated with different departments of the Odisha Government, including the ST/SC, Minority and OBC Welfare Department. The committee members inspected the functioning of various institutions and reviewed the facilities and welfare measures being provided to beneficiaries. The visit was aimed at assessing…
Voter List Review Conducted in Nabarangpur to Ensure Accuracy and Transparency in Electoral Rolls
Nabarangpur:Sept 18 [UDN}: To assess the progress and quality of work related to the electoral roll in Nabarangpur district, Election Roll Observer and Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the General Enterprises Department, Mohammad Sadiq Alam, IAS, visited Nabarangpur on Tuesday. A review meeting was held at the Ashok Mehta Conference Hall in the Collectorate in the presence of Nabarangpur Collector-cum-District Election Officer Dr. Maheswar Swain. During the meeting,…
Odisha Women Legislators Pay Courtesy Visit to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi
Delhi, Sept 18 [UDN}: Courtesy Meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan The privilege of paying a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, along with Hon’ble Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Smt. Surama Padhy, and the women members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly.The meeting with the Hon’ble President was a deeply honourable…
Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign to Be Observed Across Odisha from September 17 to October 2
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The nationwide ‘Swachhata Hi Seva-2026’ campaign will be observed across Odisha from September 17 to October 2, 2026, with a focus on promoting cleanliness, sanitation and public participation. A meeting was held through video conferencing today under the chairmanship of the Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs to discuss preparations and the implementation of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign. Odisha…
Direct Bhubaneswar–Bangkok Flight Service Returns from October 2, Offering Greater Travel Convenience
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:Direct flight services from Bhubaneswar to Bangkok will resume from October 2, offering a convenient international air connectivity option for passengers travelling between Odisha and Thailand. Bhubaneswar Airport Director Prasanna Pradhan said there had previously been strong passenger demand on the route, with the seat vacancy rate reportedly remaining at only 15–19%. The resumption of direct flights is expected to benefit both…