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Odisha has unveiled an ambitious Rs 1,600 crore urban sanitation scheme called Swachha Odisha to streamline waste management across cities. The five-year plan integrates multiple sanitation initiatives into a single comprehensive framework. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's cabinet approved the scheme, aiming to enhance municipal infrastructure and cleanliness. The initiative is designed to empower local bodies and complement the national Swachh Bharat Mission.

Key Points: Odisha's Rs 1,600 Crore Swachha Urban Sanitation Plan Approved

  • Unified sanitation framework covering waste management initiatives
  • Five-year scheme targeting urban cleanliness transformation
  • Empowers Urban Local Bodies with comprehensive funding
  • Complements national Swachh Bharat Mission objectives
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Rs 1,600 crore 'Swachha Odisha' scheme to streamline urban sanitation gets state Cabinet nod

Odisha launches comprehensive Rs 1,600 crore Swachha Odisha scheme to revolutionize urban sanitation across state municipalities

"The introduction of 'Swachha Odisha' aims to simplify procedures related to project implementation - Official Statement"

Bhubaneswar, Oct 10

The Odisha Cabinet in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday approved a new State sector scheme titled Swachha Odisha, allocating Rs 1,600 crore over five years (FY 2025–26 to FY 2029–30) to integrate and reinforce sanitation initiatives in urban areas throughout the state.

According to an official statement, "The introduction of 'Swachha Odisha' aims to simplify procedures related to project implementation, funding and monitoring by consolidating various sanitation initiatives into a unified scheme."

The objective of the scheme is to bring together existing sanitation initiatives -- such as Solid Waste Management, liquid Waste Management, and Urban Septage Systems -- into one unified framework.

This integration is expected to improve efficiency through better coordination, simplify implementation processes, and ensure smoother funding and monitoring operations.

The Swachha Odisha initiative underscores the state government's commitment to creating clean and waste-free cities in the state.

It aims to empower Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) by bridging funding gaps and aiming for comprehensive saturation across all urban sanitation verticals. The scheme will also complement the ongoing Swachh Bharat initiative, thereby further strengthening the desired outcomes in urban cleanliness and sanitation.

Officials stated that the scheme will be implemented in phases, with a focus on comprehensive coverage and measurable impact across Odisha's urban landscape.

It is pertinent here to mention that the Odisha Cabinet during a meeting held under the chairmanship of CM Majhi on Friday gave its nod to 15 proposals of ten departments including the approval of Odisha Jan Vishwas Ordinance, 2025.

In a major decision, the Odisha cabinet gave its nod to the proposal to a Rs 163 crore procurement plan for printing paper to supply free textbooks to students across government, aided, and private unaided schools for the 2026-27 academic session.

- IANS

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Rajesh Q
₹1600 crore is a huge amount! While I appreciate the initiative, I hope there's proper monitoring and accountability. We've seen many schemes where funds get misused. The government should ensure transparency in how this money is spent. 🙏
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Ananya R
This is wonderful news! As someone living in Bhubaneswar, I've seen how sanitation issues affect our daily lives. The integration with Swachh Bharat Mission will definitely create more impact. Hope they also focus on public awareness and community participation. 🌟
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Michael C
Good to see Odisha taking proactive steps in urban development. The phased implementation approach makes sense - hope they start with the most problematic areas first. Clean cities attract more investment and tourism! 💼
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Sneha F
The focus on empowering Urban Local Bodies is crucial! Our municipal corporations need proper funding and support to handle sanitation effectively. Hope this scheme also creates employment opportunities for local youth. 🏙️
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Vikram M
While I welcome this initiative, I'm concerned about the execution. We have good schemes on paper but poor implementation. The government should involve NGOs and citizen groups for better monitoring. Also, what about rural sanitation? 🤔
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Divya L
Great to see the government thinking holistically about waste

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