Bhubaneswar,June 29 {UDN}: Say No to Child Marriage. Encourage Girls to Study, Grow, and Build Their Own Identity. Every educated girl is the foundation of an empowered family and a prosperous society. When girls are given the opportunity to learn and pursue their dreams, they become confident individuals who contribute to the progress of their families, communities, and the nation.
Business Diversification Drive Strengthens Cooperative Services in Mayurbhanj, Expanding Rural Economic Opportunities
Mayurbhanj, June 29 {UDN}: As part of the business diversification initiative for Cooperative Societies (PACS/LAMPCS), a NAFED & FMCG Store, Agricultural Service Centre, High-Quality OMFED Cattle Feed Outlet, and Tribal Traditional Handloom Sales Centre have been inaugurated at the B.C. Pur LAMPCS in Mayurbhanj district. With the launch of these facilities, local residents, tribal communities, and members of the cooperative society will be able to…
Grand Consecration Ceremony of the New Temple and Sacred Idol of Maa Banadurga Devi Held Amid Religious Fervour
Baliguda, June 29 {UDN}: A three-day consecration ceremony for the newly built temple and idol of Maa Banadurga Devi commenced with Vedic rituals at Biraguda, near Baliguda in Kandhamal district, beginning on the auspicious Shukla Paksha Ashtami of the month of Jyestha. On the opening day, a Kalash Yatra was held, during which devotees collected holy water from the confluence of the Damdei and Apra…
Memorandum Submitted to MP’s Representative Highlighting Long-Pending Civic Issues in Chanchedi, Seeking Immediate Action
K. Nuagaon, June 29 {UDN}: Residents of Bandabaju and Tutamaha villages under Chanchedi Gram Panchayat in K. Nuagaon block of Kandhamal district submitted a memorandum to the local Member of Parliament’s representative, Lambura Pradhan, demanding the resolution of several long-pending public issues. The villagers urged the MP’s representative to take immediate steps to address basic infrastructure problems, including poor road connectivity, persistent mobile network issues,…
Public Grievance Hearing Held at BMC Headquarters to Address Citizens’ Concerns and Ensure Swift Resolution of Complaints
Bhubaneswar, June 29 {UDN}: A public grievance hearing was held at the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Headquarters on Monday. During the session, BMC Commissioner, BDA Vice-Chairman, and Smart City Managing Director Chanchal Rana interacted directly with citizens to hear complaints related to the BMC, Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), and Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL). The hearing was conducted in the presence of senior officials from…
‘Development Across Odisha’ Programme Organised at Lakhanpur Gram Panchayat in Jharsuguda to Accelerate Grassroots Development
Jharsuguda, June 29 {UDN}: A “Bikashara Dhara, Odisha Sara” (Development Across Odisha) programme was organized at Lakhanpur Gram Panchayat under Lakhanpur Block in Jharsuguda district. During the programme, officials from the District Labour Office informed local residents about various public welfare and development initiatives undertaken by the Labour and Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Department. The awareness drive aimed to educate people at the grassroots level…
Textbook Error Row: Authorities to Withdraw Faulty Books and Ensure Distribution of Corrected Editions
Bhubaneswar, June 29 {UDN}: Books containing errors will be withdrawn, and students will be provided with newly printed corrected copies. The Chief Minister made this major announcement while speaking at a media programme. He stated that the mistakes found in the textbooks appear to be part of a deliberate conspiracy. Appropriate action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation report. The Chief…
Low-Pressure Area Likely to Form Over Odisha on July 2; Rainfall Activity Expected to Intensify Across the State Once Again
Bhubaneswar, June 29 {UDN}: A low-pressure area is likely to form over the northwest Bay of Bengal around July 2. Before that, a cyclonic circulation is expected to develop over the same region by June 30, which may gradually intensify into a low-pressure system. According to weather forecasts, Odisha may receive below-normal rainfall on July 1. However, from July 2 to July 8, the influence…
Tentulikhunti Block Honoured for Outstanding Performance Under the ‘Developed Village, Developed Odisha’ Scheme
Tentulikhunti,June 29 {UDN}:: Tentulikhunti Block has been honoured for its outstanding performance under the ‘Developed Village, Developed Odisha’ scheme. Among the 10 blocks in Nabarangpur district, Tentulikhunti Block secured second place. The certificate of appreciation was received by Assistant Executive Engineer Gobinda Chandra Kaunr from Chief Development Officer Biranchi Narayan Darwan. During the 2025–26 financial year, the block achieved notable success, including the construction of…
District-Level Workshop on Child Labour Elimination Held in Jharsuguda; Stakeholders Pledge to Make the District Completely Child Labour-Free by 2036
Jharsuguda, June 29 {UDN}: A district-level consultation meeting and workshop on the elimination of child labour was organized at the DMF Auditorium in the District Collector’s Office. The programme was jointly conducted by the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights and the Jharsuguda district administration. Chairperson of the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, Bachita Patra, attended as the chief guest…