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Odisha CM Majhi Unveils Major Power, Rural Development Projects

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation stone for a 400/220 kV grid substation at Uchabali in Keonjhar. He also announced new Sugar Mill and Textile Park in Balangir for economic transformation. The CM inaugurated 304 projects worth Rs 580 crore, including a Nursing College, and launched the Panchayati Raj Samikshya Portal. He distributed work orders to over 50,000 beneficiaries and reiterated the state's piped water mission by 2027.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Launches Power Substation & Rural Projects

  • Foundation laid for 400/220 kV grid substation at Uchabali in Keonjhar
  • 304 projects worth Rs 580 crore inaugurated
  • New Sugar Mill and Textile Park announced for Balangir
  • Panchayati Raj Samikshya Portal launched for transparency
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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi lays foundation stone for 400/220 kV grid substation at Uchabali in Keonjhar

CM Mohan Charan Majhi lays foundation for 400/220 kV grid substation in Keonjhar. Also inaugurates 304 projects worth Rs 580 crore for rural development.

"Our government is committed to ensuring that the benefits of 'Viksit Bharat' reach the last person in the village - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Uchabali, April 29

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has laid the foundation stone for the 400/220 kV grid substation at Uchabali in Keonjhar.

Earlier, on April 25, in a major push for the industrial and rural landscape of Western Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the establishment of a new Sugar Mill and a Textile Park in Balangir.

Speaking at the state-level celebration of National Panchayati Raj Day, the CM emphasised that the district is poised for a significant economic transformation.

During the event, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 304 projects with a total investment of Rs 580 crore. This includes a new Nursing College at the Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital.

Reflecting on his own journey as a former Sarpanch, CM Majhi stated that Panchayats are the backbone of democracy."Our government is committed to ensuring that the benefits of 'Viksit Bharat' reach the last person in the village," he said.

He also launched the Panchayati Raj Samikshya Portal to enhance transparency in rural governance.

The CM distributed work orders to over 50,000 beneficiaries under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana and confirmed that Odisha will receive 10 lakh additional houses under PMAY. Furthermore, he reiterated the state's mission to provide piped water to every household by March 2027 through a massive Rs 54,000 crore investment.

The event was attended by Deputy CM KV Singh Deo and PR Minister Rabi Narayan Nayak, who highlighted the record Rs 44,309 crore budget allocated for rural development this year.

- ANI

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Priya S
Rs 580 crore for 304 projects is impressive, but I hope it's not just a number game. The sugar mill and textile park in Balangir are long overdue—western Odisha needs industrial jobs desperately. Also, the Panchayati Raj Samikshya Portal sounds promising for transparency. Let's hope the benefits actually reach the last person in the village as promised! 🤞
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Vikram M
Finally, some focus on rural infrastructure! As someone from Keonjhar, I can tell you power cuts are a daily nuisance. This substation might solve the issue for industries, but what about the common households? Also, getting piped water to every household by 2027 with Rs 54,000 crore investment is ambitious—hope they stick to the timeline. 👏
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Siddharth J
Good to see the CM remembering his roots as a former Sarpanch. That gives him some credibility on rural issues. But 50,000 beneficiaries under Antyodaya Gruha Yojana is a drop in the ocean—Odisha has lakhs of homeless families. The 10 lakh additional houses under PMAY is welcome, but execution is key. Let's see how many actually get built. 🔨
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Rohit P
The Rs 44,309 crore budget for rural development is massive—almost double of what some states spend. But where's the accountability? We've seen many foundation stones laid but projects dragging for years. The Panchayati Raj Samikshya Portal might help, but it'll only work if there's public awareness. CM Majhi should focus on faster implementation. ⏳
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Meera T

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