Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:To ensure the smooth management of rescue and relief operations, three senior and experienced officers have been assigned special responsibility for Balasore, Bhadrak and Jajpur districts. The Special Relief Commissioner is continuously coordinating with all district administrations and supervising the operations.Ensuring the safety of the affected people and delivering relief to them at the earliest is our highest priority. Tomorrow, I will…
School and Mass Education Department Holds Public Grievance Hearing Programme; Commissioner-Cum-Secretary Dr. N. Thirumala Naik Directs Officials to Resolve Complaints on Priority
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The School and Mass Education Department conducted a public grievance hearing programme on Monday. Departmental Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Dr. N. Thirumala Naik, heard all the grievances and directed departmental officials to resolve them on a priority basis.
BMS Stages Major Protest in Nabarangpur, Submits 11-Point Charter of Demands Seeking Action on Key Worker and Public Issues
Nabarangpur,Aug 19 [UDN}: Following the decision taken at the 161st Central Working Committee (KKS) meeting of the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) held in Ranchi, a nationwide Protest Day was observed at all district headquarters in support of workers’ interests.In Nabarangpur, various organisations affiliated with the district BMS—including the All Odisha Anganwadi Ladies Workers Association, Odisha State ASHA Workers’ Union, All Odisha Hospital Employees’ Union, Mangal…
District-Level Joint Public Grievance Hearing Camp Held at Tentulikhunti Block to Address Citizens’ Complaints and Resolve Local Issues
Tentulikhunti, Aug 19 [UDN}:As per the directions of the state government, a district-level joint public grievance hearing camp was held today at the conference hall of Tentulikhunti Block to ensure the prompt and quality resolution of public grievances.The camp was jointly chaired by Nabarangpur District Collector Dr. Maheswar Swain and Superintendent of Police Kashyap Parth Jagadish. Additional District Magistrate (General) Dr. Pramod Kumar Pusti, Divisional…
Drug-Free India Campaign Programme Launched to Raise Awareness and Strengthen the Fight Against Drug Abuse Across the Country
Nabarangpur, Aug 19 [UDN}:: A Drug-Free India Campaign programme was organised today at Bhairab Higher Secondary School in Dabugaon, Nabarangpur district.The programme was held under the chairmanship of the school’s Principal, Ramesh Chandra Nahak. Chief guest Swati Sister, in-charge of the Dabugaon branch of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, along with Alekh Bhai, Naveen Bhai, Pinky Sister, Saraswati Sister, Padmini Sister, Rani Sister and…
National Sports Awards 2025 Announced: 17 Outstanding Athletes to Receive Prestigious Arjuna Awards, Five Coaches Honoured with Dronacharya Awards
New Delhi,Aug 19 [UDN}:The National Sports Awards 2025 have been officially announced, recognising outstanding achievements and contributions to Indian sports. As part of this year’s honours, 17 sportspersons will receive the prestigious Arjuna Award, while five distinguished coaches will be conferred the Dronacharya Award for their valuable contribution to the development and training of athletes.The National Sports Awards are among the country’s most prestigious sporting…
Koraput Jolted by Earthquake: Sudden Tremors Trigger Panic as Residents Flee Their Homes for Safety
Laxmipur,Aug 19 [UDN}: Koraput was shaken by an earthquake, triggering panic among residents. Frightened people rushed out of their homes as tremors were felt in the Laxmipur area.
Odisha Chief Minister’s Public Grievance Hearing Scheduled for August 24; Online Registration Begins Today for Citizens
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The Chief Minister’s public grievance hearing will be held on August 24, providing citizens with an opportunity to directly present their complaints, concerns, and requests before the Chief Minister. The hearing is aimed at ensuring that people can bring various issues related to government services, welfare schemes, administration, infrastructure, and other public matters to the attention of the state government.Citizens who wish…
Low-Pressure System Remains Active Over Odisha; Meteorological Department Issues Warning of Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Across Several Areas
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:An active low-pressure area has developed over Odisha and its adjoining regions, increasing the likelihood of widespread rainfall across several parts of the state. In view of the prevailing weather system, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding heavy rainfall in different districts of Odisha.The low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the state, bringing increased cloud…
Hirakud Dam Update: 15 Gates Opened, Massive Volume of Water Released as Water Flow Intensifies in the Mahanadi River
Sambalpur: Aug 19 [UDN}:With the water level and inflow into the Hirakud reservoir continuing to rise amid heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas, as many as 15 sluice gates of the Hirakud Dam have been opened to release excess water downstream. A large volume of water is being discharged from the reservoir, resulting in a significant increase in the flow of the Mahanadi River.The…