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Pradhan Reviews Talabira Projects, Flags Off Hirakud Marathon in Sambalpur

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired an RPDAC meeting to review NLC India's Talabira mining and thermal power projects in Sambalpur and Jharsuguda. He emphasized the government's focus on creating a conducive development environment through education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Separately, Pradhan and Odisha's Sports Minister flagged off the Hirakud International Half Marathon, which saw around 15,000 participants. The marathon, held at the iconic Hirakud Dam, featured multiple race categories as part of the Fit India campaign.

Key Points: Dharmendra Pradhan Chairs RPDAC Meet for Talabira Projects

  • Review of Talabira mining & power projects
  • Focus on industrial growth & welfare
  • Hirakud International Half Marathon flagged off
  • Event part of Fit India campaign
  • 15,000 participants including international runners
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chairs RPDAC meet to review Talabira Mining & Power Projects in Sambalpur

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviews Talabira mining & power projects in RPDAC meeting and flags off the Hirakud International Half Marathon.

"The double-engine government is prioritising education, livelihood opportunities, improved healthcare, and robust road infrastructure. - Dharmendra Pradhan"

Sambalpur, February 16

Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan, along with Bargarh MP Pradip Purohit, attended the RPDAC meeting on NLC India Limited's Talabira mining area and the Talabira Thermal Power Project in Sambalpur and Jharsuguda districts.

During the meeting, Pradhan emphasised that the double-engine government is prioritising education, livelihood opportunities, improved healthcare, and robust road infrastructure to create a conducive environment for development.

He reaffirmed the government's commitment to accelerating Odisha's industrial growth and ensuring holistic welfare under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Earlier on Sunday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj flagged off the Hirakud International Half Marathon in Sambalpur. An initiative organised by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) under the Fit India campaign in collaboration with the Sambalpur District Administration under the Fit India campaign.

Around 15,000 elite and amateur runners from across India, including foreigners from several other countries, participated in the marathon.

The marathon featured multiple race categories to encourage broad participation, including the flagship 21 km half-marathon, a 10 km competitive run, a 5 km run, and a 1.5 km fun run designed especially for families and children.

The diverse race formats aimed to attract a wide demographic, from professional international athletes to local fitness enthusiasts. The marathon was held at the iconic Hirakud Dam, renowned as the largest earthen dam in Asia, providing a scenic and historic backdrop for the event.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The Hirakud International Half Marathon sounds amazing! 15,000 participants including foreigners is impressive. Fit India movement is gaining good momentum. Organising such events at the Hirakud Dam must have been a beautiful experience for the runners. Kudos to MCL and the district administration. 🏃‍♀️💪
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Sarah B
While the marathon is a positive initiative, I hope the mining and power project reviews are thorough and transparent. Industrial growth is important, but not at the cost of displacing communities or harming the environment. The emphasis on education and healthcare is the right direction.
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Aman W
As someone from Western Odisha, we need these projects but also want our forests and water sources protected. The government talks about holistic welfare – they must ensure that the local tribal and rural populations actually benefit from the jobs and infrastructure, not just suffer the pollution.
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Vikram M
Pradhan ji is doing good work for Sambalpur as MP. Combining development review with a fitness event shows a balanced approach. The Talabira project will bring much-needed investment to the region. Jai Hind!
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Kriti O
I appreciate the inclusion of different race categories – 1.5 km fun run for families is a lovely idea. It gets children involved in fitness from a young age. More such events should be organised across India. Health is true wealth.

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