Hatdihi, 15th Oct 2025: On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Pandit Utkalamani Gopabandhu Das, statues of three eminent leaders were unveiled today at Dimiria Primary School in Hatdihi block. The celebration, organized under the coordination of Headmaster Vivekananda Behera, was graced by several distinguished guests. Chief guests at the event included: Abhimanyu Bhatt, Principal of PM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Panikoili Radhakanta Das,…
Letter Sent to State Government Seeking Rs10 Crore for Modern Auditorium
Nabarangpur, 15th Oct 2025: After long-standing demands, the process to build a modern auditorium in the Ashirbad Kalyan Mandap area, located in Nabarangpur city, has finally gained momentum. The District Collector of Nabarangpur, Dr. Ajit Kumar Mishra, under state government directives, has forwarded an estimation of ₹10.00 crore to the state government for approval. Historically, in 1964, during the tenure of then Odisha Chief Minister…
Puneet Sagar Cleaning Campaign Launched to Protect Coastal Areas
Nabarangpur, 15th Oct 2025: As part of the Puneet Sagar Abhiyan, a cleanliness drive was conducted at the Nuabandh area located in Ward No. 4 of the Nabarangpur Municipality. The campaign was carried out with the joint cooperation of the Nabarangpur Municipality, Fire Services, Health Department, and 12th Battalion officials and NCC cadets. During the campaign, accumulated garbage, weeds, and bushes in and around the…
Major IAS-Level Administrative Reshuffle Announced
Bhubaneswar, 15th Oct 2025: Major Administrative Reshuffle at IAS Level N. Thurumala Nayak has been appointed Secretary, School and Mass Education Department. Manasi Nimbhal has been given additional charge as MD of the Water Resources Corporation. Surendra Kumar Meena has been given additional charge as Secretary, ST/SC Development Department. Sushree Nanda has been appointed additionally as Secretary, Planning & Convergence Department. Chanchal Rana, Commissioner of BMC,…
12 Students from District Selected for State-Level Volleyball Tournament
Papadahandi, 15th Oct 2025: A district-level under-17 volleyball selection camp was recently held at Government Lalbahadur High School, Daleiguda, under Papadahandi Block in Nabarangpur district. The event witnessed the presence of District Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu, and the school’s Headmistress Bharati Bishoi, who inaugurated the program. A total of 40 students from 10 blocks of the district participated in the selection process. Based on performance,…
Odisha Cabinet Approves 15 Proposals, Clears Two Ordinances
Bhubaneswar, 15th Oct 2025: The Odisha State Cabinet has approved 15 major proposals, including two ordinances: 1. Odisha Public Trust Ordinance–2025 2. Factories Ordinance Key Highlights: Reforms for Workers and Businesses: The ordinances aim to introduce reforms that will benefit both workers and business owners. Minor Offenses: Jail terms for minor offenses will be replaced with monetary fines. Steps are being taken to decriminalize small violations.…
World Mental Health Day Observed with Awareness Programs in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur –15th Oct 2025: On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, a seminar and legal awareness camp was organized at the conference hall of the District Headquarters Hospital, Nabarangpur, under the joint initiative of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Nabarangpur, and the District Health Society. The program was conducted as per the direction of Mr. Subrata Mahanta, Chairman of DLSA and District Judge,…
Awareness Camp for Migrant Workers Organized in Papadahandi
Papadahandi –15th Oct 2025: An inter-state migrant worker awareness camp was organized at the Neelakantheshwar Mistry Association Hall in the Papadahandi Sub-Division of Nabarangpur district, at the panchayat level. On this occasion, Block Vice Chairman Sushanta Behera attended as the chief guest, while Papadahandi BDO Kapiladev Sahu was present as the guest of honor. Around 200 male and female migrant workers participated in the camp.…
8th National Nutrition Month 2025 Observed at District Level with Enthusiasm
Nabarangpur, 15th Oct 2025: On the occasion of the 8th National Nutrition Month 2025, a district-level program was held at the Skill Development Training Centre, chaired by Additional District Collector (Revenue) Bishwajit Barman. Present at the event were: Chief Development Officer, Zilla Parishad Biranchi Narayan Darobhan, ADPHO Dr. Malay Tripathi, District Welfare Officer Ravindra Palaka, District Social Welfare Officer Draupadi Kahar, DSSO Sudhanshu Patra, DCPO,…
Farmers Demand Compensation After Crop Damage from Low-Pressure Rainfall
Chandahandi,15th Oct 2025: In Chandahandi block of Nabarangpur district, continuous rainfall under the influence of a low-pressure system has led to extensive crop damage. Farmers have complained that maize and paddy crops grown over acres of farmland have been severely affected. Due to heavy rains and strong winds, paddy plants have fallen, and fields remain waterlogged. Similarly, maize crops have also reportedly suffered major losses.…