Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced an ambitious rural development scheme, “Bikashita Gaon Bikashita Odisha,” aimed at addressing critical gaps in rural infrastructure and fostering inclusive growth across the state. With a budgetary outlay of ₹5,000 crore over five years, including ₹1,000 crore allocated for 2024-25, the scheme focuses on sustainable projects to enhance rural…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant push for educational reform, the Odisha government has approved a ₹11,939.41 crore proposal to upgrade and transform 6,794 government-run primary schools into model schools under the Godabarish Mishra Adarsha Prathamik Vidyalaya (GMAPV) Scheme. The initiative aims to establish at least one model elementary school in every Gram Panchayat, focusing on inclusivity…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward financial restructuring in the energy sector, the Odisha State Cabinet has approved a government guarantee of ₹3108.21 crore for GRIDCO Ltd. This move is aimed at enabling the company to refinance high-interest loans with lower-interest borrowings, easing its financial strain and benefiting consumers. The guarantee, issued by the Energy…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, emphasized the urgent need for energy conservation measures during a meeting held at Kharavela Bhawan. Senior officials from the Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) presented plans for enhancing energy efficiency in the state. The meeting highlighted collaboration between EESL…
Bhubaneswar: Twelve Village Water Sanitation Committee (VWSC) members from nine districts in Odisha have been invited as special guests to attend the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi. The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti extended the invitation to the VWSC members from Cuttack, Nabarangpur, Koraput, Nuapada, Bargarh,…
Bhubaneswar: The CM Trophy Football Championship has commenced across Odisha, providing a significant platform to nurture young football talent under the age of 15. Organized by the Sports and Youth Services Department in collaboration with the Football Association of Odisha, the tournament aims to promote holistic sports development and identify emerging stars from the grassroots….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to strengthen the cooperative sector and support rural communities, the Odisha government has established 1,542 new Primary Agricultural Cooperatives (PACS) and Large Tribal Multipurpose Cooperative Societies (LAMPCS). These cooperatives aim to empower farmers and marginalized groups through collective efforts and economic support. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved the…
Bhubaneswar: A three-day national workshop on the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 began today at Lokseva Bhavan, focusing on its implementation in Odisha. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and State School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond were among the prominent attendees who shared their perspectives on the transformative policy….
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Bagchi Karunashraya Palliative Care Centre today, a 110-bed facility offering free care for terminally ill cancer patients. Established through the efforts of the Bangalore Hospice Trust’s Karunashraya institution and philanthropic contributions from Sushmita and Subroto Bagchi, the center aims to provide compassionate care and foster research in…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State NSS Awards Ceremony for the year 2023-24 was held today under the auspices of the Higher Education Department, honoring 20 individuals and units for their remarkable contributions to social service. The awards recognized 12 volunteers, three program officers, and three NSS units for their exceptional efforts in advancing the objectives of…
