Ahmedabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the redeveloped Kochrab Ashram and launched the Master Plan of Gandhi Ashram Memorial at Sabarmati Ashram today. This event, commemorating the historic date of March 12, marked a significant chapter in India’s freedom struggle and cultural heritage. During his visit, Prime Minister Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi’s…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari, announced a significant allocation of Rs. 374.17 crores for a crucial infrastructure development project in Odisha. The funds will be utilized for the construction of a 3.5 Km long 6-lane flyover at Ainthapalli junction and a 2-lane ROB (LHS) on NH-53 (formerly NH-6) in…
Bhubaneswar: Recognizing and enhancing the contributions of Panchayati Raj representatives, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has announced substantial increases in gratuity and allowances for these elected officials across the state. As per the new decision, the district council presidents will witness a considerable boost in their monthly bonus, increasing from Rs 9,380 to Rs 30,000. Additionally,…
Bhubaneswar: In a progressive move to address the unique needs and responsibilities of women employees, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha has announced an annual temporary leave of 25 days for women working across various departments of the state government. Traditionally, government employees are entitled to 15 days of temporary leave. However, Chief Minister Patnaik…
Bhubaneswar: In a move towards advancing skill development initiatives, the Odisha Government has joined hands with the Indian School of Business (ISB) for the Chief Minister’s Skill Development Fellowship (CMSDF) program. This strategic partnership positions ISB as the capacity development and knowledge partner for the fellowship. Under this collaboration, ISB will play a pivotal role…
Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken significant steps to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha. Dr. Archana Shivhare, CRPF IGP of Odisha Sector, informed the media that the ECI has deployed 75 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in the state, including 35…
Bhubaneswar: To empower the agricultural community, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik disbursed a total of Rs 933.07 Crore under the KALIA Assistance-2024 scheme to 46 lakh small, marginal, and landless farmers in Odisha on Monday. The initiative, aimed at bolstering the agricultural sector and enhancing the livelihoods of farmers, reaffirms the state government’s commitment to the…
Bhubaneswar: The Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Department in Bhubaneswar has taken a significant stride towards inclusivity and empowerment by launching a skill training initiative for hearing-impaired youths in the hospitality sector. The program, aimed at providing valuable employment opportunities, will train 150 youths in five batches through the Institute of…
Bhubaneswar: To transform the educational landscape of Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik recently inaugurated 286 schools across six districts – Khurda, Sonepur, Puri, Nayagarh, Boudh, and Nabarangpur. This significant development unfolded as part of the 4th phase of the Odisha Government’s pioneering 5T High School Transformation Program, with an ambitious plan to cover a total…
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking move towards enhancing the quality of urban living, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the ‘AMA BHOOMI’ initiative (Assuring Mass Access through Bhubaneswar Open Space Ownership and Management) today. This initiative, a product of the 5T vision, is spearheaded by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) to create and maintain open spaces that…
