Odisha Budget 2025-26 Introduces 19 New Initiatives

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced several new initiatives in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure, social welfare, digital transformation, and economic development. With a total budget outlay of Rs. 2,90,000 crore, these initiatives aim to drive inclusive growth across various sectors.

Major New Initiatives:

• Shree Jagannath Darshan Yojana: Rs. 30 crore allocated to enhance pilgrimage facilities.
• Subhadra Surakhya Yojana: Rs. 153 crore for women’s safety and empowerment.
• Bakul Bana Unnayana: Rs. 50 crore to promote cultural heritage.
• Cold Storage Policy: Rs. 60 crore to improve agricultural storage infrastructure.
• Model Mandi: Rs. 50 crore for modernizing agricultural markets.
• Antyodaya Gruha Yojana: Rs. 2,603 crore for affordable housing, including interest subvention.
• Mukhyamantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana: Rs. 12 crore for financial assistance in girls’ marriages.
• AI-driven Predictive Policing & Crime Mapping: Rs. 10 crore to modernize law enforcement.
• Maritime Skill Development: Rs. 20 crore to boost employment in maritime sectors.
• Samrudha Sahar: Rs. 408 crore for urban infrastructure development.
• Mahanadi & Budhabalanga Waterfront Development: Rs. 150 crore for riverfront beautification.
• Odia Diaspora Initiative: Rs. 10 crore to engage Odia communities abroad.
• Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM): Rs. 100 crore for digital healthcare access.
• Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana: Rs. 1,100 crore for urban transformation.
• Odisha AI Mission: Rs. 20 crore for AI-driven governance initiatives.
• Subhadra Sambedna: Rs. 20 crore for mental health support programs.
• Ama Similipal Yojana: Rs. 50 crore for forest conservation.
• Atal Bus Stand: Rs. 1,266 crore for transport infrastructure.
• Intra-State River Linking: Rs. 10 crore to improve water management.

These initiatives highlight the Odisha government’s commitment to fostering sustainable development, technological advancements, and social welfare, ensuring a brighter future for the state.