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Bhubaneswar, July 20 (IANS) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Monday stressed the need for the inclusive and dignified development of the state’s Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), saying the vision of Viksit Odisha and Viksit Bharat can be realised only when every citizen, particularly those on the margins, progresses with confidence, dignity and equal opportunity. Addressing the conclave on “Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Odisha, Way Ahead” at the Lok…

Bhubaneswar, July 6 (IANS) In a major boost to rail connectivity and passenger convenience, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Monday flagged off the inaugural Puri–Koraput Express Special from Puri Railway Station and the Brahmapur–Udhna (Surat) Amrit Bharat Express Inaugural Special from Brahmapur Railway Station, marking the commencement of its daily operation in place of the existing tri weekly service. Further, Ashwini Vaishnaw participat…

Bhubaneswar/Ahmedabad, July 2 (IANS) Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), on Thursday said that for Adani Group, Odisha is the heart of eastern India’s economic development, as the company announced a landmark aluminium plant here, along with Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company (IHC), with a proposed investment of $11.5 billion (nearly 1.08 lakh crore).Addressing the gathering, Karan Adani said that Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adan…

Bhubaneswar, June 11 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday highlighted major initiatives undertaken by the Odisha government in education, skilling, healthcare, wellness, sports and technology-driven governance to promote inclusive human development and achieve the goals of Viksit Bharat and Viksit Odisha. The Chief Minister was speaking at the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog held in New Delhi under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Majhi said O…

Bhubaneswar, May 3 (IANS) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday said that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a transformative reform that will be instrumental in achieving the vision of ‘Viksit Odisha’ by 2036 and ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, calling education the most powerful tool for nation-building. Addressing the National Level Workshop in Bhubaneswar on Implementation of NEP 2020 and Higher Education Reforms in Odisha, the Governor said NEP 2020 provides a roadmap to…

Bhubaneswar, April 1 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday conveyed deepest gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Utkal Divas.Reacting to the letter by PM Modi, CM Majhi said, “On this auspicious occasion of Utkal Divas, I extend my deepest gratitude to you on behalf of the people of Odisha for your heartfelt wishes and your eloquent recognition of our state’s glorious history and civilization heritage. Your words have reso…

Bhubaneswar, Feb 17 (IANS) The crucial budget session of the Odisha Assembly commenced on Tuesday, with Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati delivering his customary address and calling upon the members to discharge their solemn responsibilities with dedication and work in unison to ensure inclusive growth.Kambhampati, who began his address with an invocation of Jai Jagannath, paid tribute to departed members of the House, and late Murlidhar Chandrakant Bhandare, former Governor of Odisha, and Padma S…

Bhubaneswar, Jan 23 (IANS) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Friday called upon the youth of the State to explore fisheries and animal husbandry as modern, technology-driven and profitable sectors, urging them to view these fields as platforms for innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership.He was speaking at the closing ceremony of the State-level Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Fair, Matsya-Pranee Samavesh Odisha-2026, held at Janata Maidan here.Addressing the gathering, the …