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The Odisha Cabinet has made significant decisions across multiple sectors. They approved amendments to the ESI Act that will extend coverage to commercial establishments with 20 or more workers. A massive model school program will establish 2,200 primary schools across panchayats with substantial funding. The Ghatagaon Temple will undergo comprehensive development including modern pilgrim facilities. These initiatives reflect the government's focus on improving worker rights, education access, and religious infrastructure simultaneously.

Key Points: Odisha Cabinet Approves ESI Amendment Model Schools Ghatagaon Temple

  • ESI amendment extends coverage to shops with 20+ employees ensuring worker benefits
  • Model primary schools scheme allocates Rs 1,200 crore for 2,200 institutions
  • Ghatagaon Temple project includes 246-room accommodation and multipurpose hall facilities
  • Cabinet decisions aim to strengthen education, labour welfare, and religious infrastructure
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Odisha Cabinet approves ESI amendment, model schools, and Ghatagaon Temple Project

Odisha Cabinet approves ESI Act amendment for shops, 2,200 model primary schools, and Rs 226 crore Ghatagaon Temple development project to boost welfare and infrastructure.

"The decisions taken in the Cabinet will play a crucial role in boosting labour welfare, strengthening grassroots education, and enhancing facilities - Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, September 29

The Odisha Cabinet has approved a proposal to amend the Employees' State Insurance Act of 1948, designated as the 63rd Amendment, to facilitate its implementation in the state of Odisha.

The amendment will cover shops and commercial establishments with 20 or more employees. It also mandates the display of signboards in Odia, ensures overtime wages for work beyond duty hours, and permits women employees to work at night with written consent, subject to government safety measures.

In a bid to strengthen primary education, the Cabinet approved the "Godabarish Mishra Adarsha Prathamik Vidyalaya" scheme.

Under this plan, every panchayat will have at least one model primary school to fulfil the objectives of the Right to Education Act, 2009. In the first phase, 2,200 schools will be constructed over three years at a cost of Rs 1,200 crore, with each school receiving an allocation of over Rs 5 crore.

The remaining schools will be developed in subsequent phases across all panchayats.

The Cabinet also cleared the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the comprehensive development of the famous Ghatagaon Tarini Temple in Keonjhar. The project, spread across 69 acres, has an estimated cost of Rs 226 crore.

The plan includes a 246-room pilgrims' accommodation facility, a coconut storage house, and a 500-seat multipurpose hall to improve infrastructure for devotees.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said the decisions taken in the Cabinet will play a crucial role in boosting labour welfare, strengthening grassroots education, and enhancing facilities at one of Odisha's most revered shrines.

On Thursday, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi participated in a cleanliness drive at the Lingaraj Temple as part of the 'Swachhotsav, Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign.

He was joined by Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra, Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das, and senior party leaders during the initiative.

In addition, CM Majhi planted a sapling at the temple premises under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign, emphasising environmental conservation and cleanliness.

The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign was launched by PM Modi on World Environment Day, June 5, 2024, with the planting of a Peepal tree at Buddha Jayanti Park in Delhi. The initiative combines environmental responsibility with a tribute to mothers.

PM Modi emphasised the importance of collective efforts to improve the environment and spoke of India's strides in increasing forest cover over the past decade, noting that the campaign aligns with the nation's pursuit of sustainable development.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
The model schools initiative is much needed. Every panchayat having at least one quality primary school will transform rural education. Hope they maintain the quality standards promised.
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Sarah B
As someone who visited Ghatagaon Temple last year, the infrastructure development is badly needed. The current facilities are quite basic for the number of devotees. Good to see ₹226 crore being allocated for this sacred place.
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Aman W
While I appreciate the initiatives, I'm concerned about the implementation. We've seen many grand announcements before that didn't deliver on ground. Hope this government ensures proper execution and monitoring. 🤔
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Nisha Z
The women safety measures for night shifts are progressive! Written consent + government safety protocols will empower many working women. This is a step towards gender equality in workplaces. 💪
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Vikram M
Good to see balanced development - labour welfare, education infrastructure, and religious tourism all getting attention. The CM's participation in cleanliness drive shows commitment to Swachh Bharat mission. Jai Jagannath! 🚩

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