Bhubaneswar, July 31 (UDN): The Odisha government has initiated discussions on a comprehensive infrastructure development plan aimed at transforming the Chilika region into a world-class tourism destination while preserving its rich ecological and cultural heritage. A high-level meeting held at the Government Residence Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar reviewed strategies to unlock Chilika’s vast tourism potential through improved connectivity, modern infrastructure and enhanced visitor amenities. The…
Odisha Flood Crisis: Balasore Families Seek Shelter as Rising Waters Submerge Homes
Balasore, July 31 (UDN): Floodwaters have forced several families in Odisha’s Balasore district to leave their homes and take shelter on embankments as rising water levels continue to affect low-lying areas. The ongoing monsoon situation has disrupted daily life for many residents, with inundated homes and waterlogged areas creating challenges for affected communities. Families are facing difficulties in accessing basic needs and waiting for relief…
Sonepur on Alert as Tel River Rises Amid Heavy Monsoon Rains
Sonepur, July 31 (UDN): The rising water level of the Tel River in Odisha’s Sonepur district has prompted authorities to remain vigilant as continuous monsoon rainfall increases the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas. Officials are closely monitoring the river’s water level, rainfall patterns, and conditions in nearby low-lying regions to ensure timely action and protect residents. The district administration has stepped up preparedness measures…
Odisha Pays Tribute to Literary Icon Munshi Premchand on His Birth Anniversary
Bhubaneswar, July 31 (UDN): Rich tributes were paid to legendary Hindi author and novelist Munshi Premchand on the occasion of his birth anniversary, with speakers recalling his unparalleled contribution to Indian literature and social reform through his timeless writings. ବିଶିଷ୍ଟ ଗାଳ୍ପିକ ତଥା ଔପନ୍ୟାସିକ ମୁନସୀ ପ୍ରେମଚାନ୍ଦଙ୍କ ଜୟନ୍ତୀ ଅବସରରେ ବିନମ୍ର ଶ୍ରଦ୍ଧାଞ୍ଜଳି ଓ ଶତ ଶତ ପ୍ରଣାମ। ନିଜର ପ୍ରଭାବଶାଳୀ ଲେଖନୀ ମାଧ୍ୟମରେ ସେ ସମାଜର ବାସ୍ତବ ଚିତ୍ର, ମାନବିକ ମୂଲ୍ୟବୋଧ ଓ ସାମାଜିକ…
Odisha Seeks Faster Railway Development to Boost Connectivity and Economic Growth
New Delhi, July 31 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a meeting with Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi to discuss strengthening railway infrastructure and accelerating connectivity projects across the state. ଆଜି ନୂଆଦିଲ୍ଲୀଠାରେ ମାନ୍ୟବର କେନ୍ଦ୍ର ରେଳ, ସୂଚନା ଓ ପ୍ରସାରଣ ଏବଂ ଇଲେକ୍ଟ୍ରୋନିକ୍ସ ଓ ସୂଚନା ପ୍ରଯୁକ୍ତିବିଦ୍ୟା ମନ୍ତ୍ରୀ ଶ୍ରୀ ଅଶ୍ୱିନୀ ବୈଷ୍ଣବଜୀଙ୍କ ସହ ସୌଜନ୍ୟମୂଳକ ସାକ୍ଷାତ କଲି।…
GARIMA Scheme Brings Dignity and Security to Sanitation Workers, Transforms Life of Berhampur Worker
Berhampur, July 31 (UDN): The Odisha government’s GARIMA Scheme is emerging as a transformative initiative, enhancing the dignity, safety and social security of sanitation workers who play a vital role in keeping cities clean. By providing welfare benefits and improved working conditions, the scheme has brought meaningful changes to the lives of thousands of frontline sanitation workers across the state. ନିଜ ନିଷ୍ଠା ଓ ଶ୍ରମ ଦ୍ୱାରା…
Water Resources Department Conducts Field Inspection Along Devi River to Review Flood Situation
Bhubaneswar, July 31 (UDN): As part of the state’s ongoing flood management and monitoring efforts, the Department of Water Resources has intensified field inspections along vulnerable river embankments to assess the prevailing flood situation and ensure the safety of nearby habitations. According to the department, the Nodal Officer and the Superintending Engineer of the Nimapara Irrigation Division conducted a field inspection of the right embankment…
Jagatsinghpur Administration Strengthens Flood Relief Measures, Ensures Food and Medical Support at Shelter Homes
Jagatsinghpur, July 31 (UDN): The Jagatsinghpur district administration has intensified its flood preparedness and relief operations, ensuring uninterrupted supply of essential services to people sheltered in flood-affected areas across the district. Flood Preparedness:Cooked food, dry ration medicines distributed at shelter homes in different Blocks .The district administration continues to prioritize the safety, well-being, and comfort of all affected residents.@CMO_Odisha @SecyChief @rdmodisha @SRC_Odisha#FloodPrepared pic.twitter.com/P3q0WOlZLB — DM_Jagatsinghpur…
Health Department Intensifies Measures to Ensure Uninterrupted Healthcare in Rain-Hit Districts
Bhubaneswar, July 31 (UDN): With several parts of Odisha reeling under incessant rainfall and flood-like conditions, the State Health and Family Welfare Department has stepped up efforts to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services in the affected districts. The department is closely monitoring the situation and has initiated a series of measures to ensure that emergency medical care remains accessible to people in vulnerable areas. ଅତ୍ୟଧିକ ବର୍ଷା…
Flood Situation Intensifies in Odisha’s Kendrapara as Brahmani River Affects 1.5 Lakh People
Kendrapara, July 31 (UDN): The flood situation in Odisha’s Kendrapara district has become a concern as rising waters of the Brahmani River have affected nearly 1.5 lakh residents, with Pattamundai emerging as one of the worst-hit areas. Floodwaters have entered several low-lying areas, impacting daily life and creating difficulties for communities across the region. Many residents are facing challenges due to waterlogging, disrupted connectivity, and…