Phulbani, May 12:: A two-day district-level training workshop on the use of the Odia language was organised at the Panchayat Bhavan conference hall in Phulbani, Kandhamal district, under the joint aegis of the district administration and the Odia Language Institute, Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture, Government of Odisha.District Collector Ved Bhushan attended the programme as the chief guest and inaugurated the workshop. He…
Koraput District Collector Reviews Development Works in Semiliguda Block, Distributes Pension Benefits to New Beneficiaries
Koraput , May 12: The District Collector interacted with local residents and gathered feedback on the implementation of government welfare schemes. He directed officials to ensure timely completion of ongoing infrastructure projects in the block. Special emphasis was laid on improving basic facilities such as roads, drinking water supply, healthcare, and education. The Collector also reviewed the functioning of different departments and instructed officers to…
Government to Soon Issue SOP for Settlement of Long-Pending Unsettled Land Cases
Bhubaneswar, May 12: The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the settlement of unsettled land will be issued very soon. The Revenue Minister has directed officials to expedite the settlement process of unsettled land. The Minister also stated that strict action will be taken against those illegally encroaching on government land.The decisions were taken during a high-level meeting of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department. The…
Agricultural Development Awareness Campaign Held in Chitrakonda; Swabhiman Area Set to Become Organic Farming Hub
Malkangiri, May 12: A block-level awareness campaign on agricultural development activities for the current financial year was successfully organised in Chitrakonda Block of Malkangiri district. Sarpanches from all 18 gram panchayats participated in the programme, which aimed to strengthen grassroots leadership and promote sustainable agricultural transformation in the Swabhiman area.The meeting was chaired by local MLA Mangu Khila in the presence of Zilla Parishad Chairperson…
Tourism Boost Expected as Haradaguda Tourist Spot Gets Ready for a New Makeover
Jeypore, May 12: While several tourist destinations in Koraput district continue to remain neglected due to lack of infrastructure, the Tourism Department has now initiated steps for the development of the scenic Haradaguda tourist spot located in Jeypore Block. Development works worth nearly rs 1.5 crore are expected to begin next year.Situated amidst hills and mountains under Bariniput Panchayat of Jeypore Block, Haradaguda is known…
Location Finalised for Construction of New Medical Building at Dhusuri to Strengthen Healthcare Services
Kothar, May 12: As per the direction of Dhamnagar MLA and Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, a new modern building for the Dhusuri Primary Health Centre will be constructed. Local intellectuals and the village sarpanch identified the site for the proposed hospital building.Keeping in view the convenience and transportation needs of patients, the new state-of-the-art building of the Dhusuri Primary Health Centre will be constructed near Basanti…
Monthly Review Meeting on Infrastructure Projects Held Under Chairmanship of Koraput District Collector
Korapu, May 12: The meeting reviewed the progress of various development and infrastructure works being implemented across the district. Officials from different departments presented updates on ongoing projects, pending works, and target completion timelines. Special emphasis was laid on improving coordination among departments for timely execution of projects. The District Collector directed concerned officials to ensure quality work, remove bottlenecks, and expedite pending activities. Discussions…
District-Level Rabi Paddy Procurement Committee Meeting Held in Jharsuguda to Ensure Smooth Procurement Process
Jharsuguda:May 12: A district-level paddy procurement committee meeting for Rabi paddy procurement during the Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26 was held in Jharsuguda district.The meeting was chaired by Jharsuguda Collector Kunakshala Motiram Chakma. MLA of Jharsuguda Tankadhar Tripathy, Zilla Parishad Chairperson Tulabati Minz, and Additional District Magistrate (General) Brajabandhu Bhoi were present on the dais.At the outset, Civil Supplies Officer Durga Charan Besra delivered the welcome…
Tuberculosis-Free India Campaign Organised at Phulbani District Jail to Promote Health Awareness Among Inmates
Phulbani, May 12: With the aim of achieving a Tuberculosis-Free India, a health awareness and screening camp was organized at the Phulbani Circle Jail.As part of the programme, health check-ups and TB screening were conducted for around 82 inmates. Chest X-rays were performed to detect and diagnose tuberculosis among the prisoners, and necessary medical evaluation was carried out.Officials stated that similar TB awareness and screening…
Central Government Approves New Rayagada Railway Division to Strengthen Odisha’s Railway Connectivity and Boost Regional Development
Bhubaneswar, May 12: To strengthen railway connectivity in Odisha, the Central Government has approved the establishment of a new Rayagada Railway Division. This important decision is expected to bring significant improvements in the state’s transport sector and will also contribute to the development of tourism and enhancement of revenue generation.This initiative further strengthens the government’s commitment towards building a prosperous and progressive Odisha.