Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:: The two-day National Conclave and Policy Dialogue on Tuberculosis, jointly organized by AIIMS Bhubaneswar and the Policy Resilience Foundation (PRF), concluded successfully here on Friday. The special event brought together policymakers, public health workers, scientists, doctors, researchers, officials from the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), and leaders from the healthcare sector. The conclave witnessed extensive deliberations on strengthening the early detection,…
National TB Detection and Elimination Conclave Held at AIIMS Bhubaneswar to Strengthen India’s Fight Against Tuberculosis
Bhubaneswar:Aug 12 [UDN}:A two-day National Conclave and Policy Dialogue on Tuberculosis was successfully concluded at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, organised in collaboration with the Policy Resilience Foundation (PRF).Addressing the valedictory ceremony as the chief guest, Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy stressed the need for greater collaboration and partnership among AIIMS Bhubaneswar, the Odisha Government and other stakeholders to translate scientific evidence into effective public-health interventions for…
Cow Shelters to Be Set Up Every 100 Km Along Roads to Prevent Accidents as Stray Cattle Are Removed from National Highways
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:Joint action: The Transport Department, NHAI and Animal Resources Development Department will work together.Cattle relocation: The Transport Department will shift stray cattle from roads.One gaushala every 100 km: A cow shelter will be established along roadsides at every 100-km interval.Maintenance: The Animal Resources Development Department will be responsible for maintenance, while local SPs will monitor the facilities.Gaushalas in every block: The government…
District Collector Conducts Detailed Inspection of Government Institutions in Nandahandi Block, Reviews Public Services and Development Activities
Nabarangpur, Aug 12 [UDN}: Nabarangpur District Collector Dr. Maheswar Swain conducted surprise visits to several government institutions in Nandahandi Block, including Nandahandi Community Health Centre (CHC), Nisnahandi Higher Secondary School, and Nisnahandi SSD High School.During the inspection, the Collector reviewed the services being provided, sanitation arrangements, infrastructure facilities, and overall functioning of the institutions. He interacted with concerned officials, staff, doctors, teachers, students and beneficiaries…
Kranti Diwas 2026 Observed in Bhubaneswar with Patriotic Fervour, Paying Tribute to the Heroes of India’s Freedom Struggle
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:A state-level Kranti Diwas celebration was organised today at the Shaheed Smaraki Swadhinata Sangrami Sadan in Bhubaneswar under the aegis of the State Freedom Fighters’ Committee, Odisha.The speaker paid floral tributes at the Shaheed Smruti Stambh to the great freedom fighters and immortal martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice for India’s independence.The event highlighted the courage, sacrifice and patriotism of the heroes…
Odisha Health Department Reviews Statewide Healthcare Progress, Focuses on Strengthening Medical Services and Public Health Delivery
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:A high-level meeting of the Odisha Health and Family Welfare Department was held in Bhubaneswar to review the progress of healthcare services across the state.The meeting discussed preparedness to tackle the current flood situation, control of dengue and tuberculosis, maternal and child healthcare, and the effective implementation of key health schemes, including Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), Gopabandhu Jan Arogya…
Odisha Flood Situation Reviewed at High-Level Meeting as Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari Holds Talks with District Collectors
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari held a meeting with all district Collectors and senior officials at Lok Seva Bhawan to review the flood situation in the state.The Minister said that around 6 lakh people have been affected by the floods, while 1.65 lakh people have been shifted to relief centres.He urged people living in waterlogged and flood-affected areas to move…
School & Mass Education Secretary N. Tirumala Naik Interacts with Students and Shares Mid-Day Meal During Two-Day Malkangiri Visit
Malkangiri , Aug 12 [UDN}:Secretary of the School & Mass Education Department, Shri N. Tirumala Naik, interacted with students and shared a meal with them during his two-day visit to Malkangiri. He personally tasted the food served to the students to assess its quality.During the visit, Secretary Shri N. Tirumala Naik first reached Mundiguda High School in Khairput Block, where he interacted with students and…
Odisha Cabinet Meeting Chaired by CM Mohan Charan Majhi Approves 11 Proposals from Six Departments at Lok Seva Bhavan
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:A Cabinet meeting was held today at Lok Seva Bhavan under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, which I attended. During the meeting, a total of 11 proposals from six departments were discussed and approved.These decisions will further accelerate the development of the state and contribute to the welfare of the people.
Farmers Stage Protest During Koraput Collector’s Public Grievance Hearing in Jeypore, Raise Concerns Over Key Issues
Bhubaneswar, Aug 12 [UDN}:Farmers staged a protest in Jeypore during a public grievance hearing conducted by the Koraput District Collector. The farmers gathered at the hearing venue to draw the administration’s attention to their various demands and problems. They raised concerns related to agricultural issues and sought appropriate intervention from the district administration for an early resolution.The protest took place while the District Collector was…