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The Odisha government has made a significant move to support cultural celebrations across the state. Under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's leadership, they've allocated over Rs 7 crore to Durga Puja committees. The funding is distributed across three categories based on heritage status and celebration history. This initiative will help 1,085 committees maintain their traditional festivities and cultural significance.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Announces Rs 7 Crore Durga Puja Financial Aid

  • 215 heritage committees receive Rs 1.01 lakh each in Category A
  • 197 committees with 75-year history get Rs 75,000 each
  • 673 committees active for 50 years receive Rs 50,000 assistance
  • Total 1,085 committees benefit from Rs 7.01 crore state funding
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Odisha govt announces over Rs 7 crore financial assistance for Durga Puja committees

Odisha government allocates Rs 7.01 crore to 1,085 Durga Puja committees across three categories based on heritage status and celebration history.

"Each committee under this category will be allocated Rs 1,01,000 to support their celebrations - Government Release"

Bhubaneswar, October 5

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the Government of Odisha has taken an unprecedented step of allocating a total of Rs 7,01,40,000 to various Durga Puja Committees throughout the state of Odisha.

The Durga Puja Committees have been categorised into three groups for financial assistance.

According to the release, Category 'A' encompasses a total of 215 Heritage Durga Puja committees, which will collectively receive financial assistance of Rs 2,17,15,000. Each committee under this category will be allocated Rs 1,01,000 to support their celebrations, ensuring that the cultural significance of the festival is upheld and enjoyed by the community.

It further mentioned that in Category 'B', a significant number of 197 Durga Puja committees, each with a rich history of 75 years, will benefit from a substantial allocation of financial support totalling Rs 1,47,75,000. Each committee within this category will receive Rs 75 thousand as assistance, enabling them to continue their cherished traditions and celebrations.

In the Category 'C' designation, a total of 673 Durga Puja committees that have been active for 50 years will receive financial support amounting to Rs 3,36,50,000. Each of these committees will be granted Rs 50 thousand as financial assistance, as stated in the release.

In total, 1,085 Durga Puja Committees across the state will be provided Rs 7,01,40,000 as financial assistance.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
While I appreciate supporting cultural events, I hope this money is used transparently. There should be proper auditing to ensure funds reach the committees and are used for actual festival expenses.
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Ananya R
As someone from Odisha, I'm really happy to see our government recognizing the importance of our festivals. The categorization based on heritage status is quite thoughtful. Jai Maa Durga! 🎉
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Michael C
Interesting to see how Indian states support religious festivals. In my country, such direct funding would be controversial. But here it seems to be part of cultural preservation.
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Siddharth J
Good initiative, but I wonder if similar support is being provided to festivals of other communities in Odisha. Equal treatment would strengthen social harmony in our diverse state.
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Kavya N
This will really help the smaller puja committees who struggle with funds every year. The amount may seem small individually, but collectively it makes a big difference. Shubho Mahalaya! ✨

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