SAMBALPUR:Sept 17 [UDN}: Union Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan visited the picturesque Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha and reviewed the immense tourism potential of the region. During his visit, discussions were held on strengthening tourism infrastructure and developing Debrigarh into a more attractive and sustainable destination for visitors. The visit focused on identifying new opportunities for tourism development while ensuring that the rich natural…
Debrigarh Establishes a Distinct Identity on India’s Tourism Map with Its Rich Natural Beauty and Wildlife Attractions
Bargarh/,Sept 17 [UDN}:Sambalpur MP and former Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary during his tour of Bargarh district and interacted with tourists from different parts of India as well as abroad. During his visit, he also travelled to Dhadrokusum, a village in Debrigarh that received appreciation on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popular radio programme Mann Ki Baat. He visited the village’s unique…
Demand Raised to Extend Puri–Koraput Train Service Up to Jeypore for Better Rail Connectivity in Southern Odisha
Jeypore: Sept 17 [UDN}:The Jeypore Jagaran Parishad has submitted a memorandum to the General Manager of East Coast Railway (ECoR), urging the railway authorities to extend the Puri–Koraput train service up to Jeypore and revise its existing timetable in the interest of passengers from southern Odisha. Members of the organisation pointed out that the train currently reaches Koraput at around 11:30 pm, creating considerable difficulties…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Attends Bhagwat Katha by Sadhvi Ritambhara Ji and Seeks Spiritual Blessings
Bhubaneswar, Sept 17 [UDN}: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended a spiritually significant Bhagwat Katha programme delivered by renowned spiritual preacher Sadhvi Ritambhara Ji. The Chief Minister participated in the religious gathering and sought the blessings of the revered spiritual leader. The programme brought together devotees, spiritual followers and members of the public in an atmosphere of devotion and religious fervour. The recitation and…
One year after Kalinga Ghat landslide, vulnerable stretch remains a safety concern
Kandhamal, Sept. 17 (UDN): A year after a massive landslide severed road connectivity between Odisha’s Kandhamal and Ganjam districts, the damaged stretch of the Kalinga Ghat road remains only partially restored, with loose boulders perched on the hillside continuing to alarm commuters. The landslide struck on September 16, 2025, after hours of intense rainfall triggered the collapse of nearly 25 metres of the ghat road.…
Sri Aurobindo Women’s Study Circle Conference Held at Jeypore with Focus on Women’s Empowerment and Spiritual Development
Jeypore,Sept 17 [UDN}:: A Mandal-level Sri Aurobindo Women’s Study Circle conference was organised at the Sri Aurobindo Integral Education Centre located in the Irrigation Colony area of Jeypore. The programme brought together spiritual seekers and devotees from different parts of the region to reflect on the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the role of women in the path of spiritual transformation. Sadhak Prabhat Bhai and…
SHG Women Take Charge of Raniduduma Tourism Site, Creating New Opportunities for Rural Women’s Economic Empowerment
Jeypore, Sept 17 [UDN}:: Raniduduma, a picturesque tourist destination in Nandapur block of Koraput district, is gradually emerging as an attractive destination for visitors seeking to experience the natural beauty of the region. Surrounded by lush greenery and blessed with a cascading stream flowing down from the hills, the scenic location has been drawing increasing attention from tourists and nature lovers. In a significant step…
Two Nabarangpur Leaders Appointed as Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee Secretaries in Major Organisational Reshuffle
Indravati,Sept 17 [UDN}: In a significant organisational development for the Congress party in Nabarangpur district, senior woman Congress leader P. Nagarunam and young tribal leader Akhel Bhatra, both from Tentulikhunti block, have been appointed as Secretaries of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC). The appointments are being viewed as an important recognition of the organisational experience and grassroots involvement of the two leaders, who have…
Government Services Now Just a WhatsApp Away Through ‘Ama Sathi’ Initiative for Faster and Easier Citizen Access
Bhubaneswar,Sept 17 [UDN}:: Accessing government services in Odisha is set to become easier and more convenient with the introduction of ‘Ama Sathi – Unified WhatsApp BOT’, a digital initiative designed to help citizens obtain information about a wide range of government services directly through WhatsApp. Citizens can now use the dedicated WhatsApp number 9437292000 to access information and avail themselves of various government services without…
Direct Public Grievance Hearing Held at Bhadrak Block Office to Address Citizens’ Complaints and Ensure Timely Redressal
Bhadrak,Sept 17 [UDN}:: A direct public grievance hearing was organised at the premises of the Bhadrak Block Office, providing local residents an opportunity to bring their complaints, demands and various public issues directly before the district administration and police authorities. The grievance hearing was attended by the District Collector of Bhadrak and the Superintendent of Police, Bhadrak, who personally listened to the grievances submitted by…