Pandit Raghunath Murmu Birthplace to Get a Facelift as 5T Secy Seeks Proposal for Preservation and Development
5T Secy Visits Several Places, Speaks to Locals, Mission Shakti Women, Instructs for Proposal for Development Balidiha Dam Will Be Developed As a Tourist Site Flood Protection Embankment-Cum-Ring Road Around Budhabalanga River Bhubaneswar: As per the direction of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Secretary to CM (5T) VK Pandian is on a two-day visit to Mayurbhanj. [...]
5T Secy Visits Several Places, Speaks to Locals, Mission Shakti Women, Instructs for Proposal for Development
Balidiha Dam Will Be Developed As a Tourist Site
Flood Protection Embankment-Cum-Ring Road Around Budhabalanga River
Bhubaneswar: As per the direction of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Secretary to CM (5T) VK Pandian is on a two-day visit to Mayurbhanj.
The 5T Secretary visited the residence of Pandit Raghunath Murmu in Baripada and interacted with the citizens of the locality. He assured them about the development of infrastructure at the place. Pandian asked Mayurbhanj Collector Vineet Bhardwaj to discuss with all and submit a proposal within one month for its preservation and development.

On the second day today, he visited several construction sites; spoke to locals for improvement in the situation. Health and Family Welfare Secretary Shalini Pandit and other senior officers accompanied.
The 5T Secretary visited the Chandanpur-Joka-Shankhabhanga-Bisoi road and discussed with the local citizens regarding their problems. People explained to him the problem they are facing due to traffic jam at Bangiriposi cut. An alternate road can help people to bypass the cut. He instructed Rural Works Department to submit a proposal at the earliest.
He then visited the Jagannath Temple in Baripada and reviewed the renovation and other developmental works. He interacted with all stakeholders and assured them of all the support for the temple. The Sevayats appreciated the Chief Minister for sanctioning funds for transformation and development of Jagannath Temple.
At the Baripada Stadium and the Sports Hostel, he took a review of the sports infrastructure and interacted with the players. He asked the district administration to provide all required support and facilities to the players and to send a proposal for further improvement of sports infrastructure.
He then visited the Balidiha Dam in Shanakhunta Block. He discussed with local citizens and PRI members regarding the demand for developing the dam as a tourist spot. He asked the officials of Irrigation department to send a proposal accordingly. Also, asked them to examine the feasibility of a Mega Lift Project at the dam site.
He then visited the site at Budhabalanga river where there is a demand for construction of a flood protection embankment-cum-ring road. He instructed the officials of Irrigation department to prepare a proposal and send it to Government for approval.
He then visited MKC High School in Baripada which has undergone transformation under 5T. He interacted with students and enquired about the facilities being provided to the students.
Then he visited PRM Medical College & Hospital in Baripada and saw the facilities being provided to the patients. He interacted with the patients and listened to their experiences. He also visited the academic campus of the Medical College and the teaching hospital which is under construction. He also interacted with faculty, students and patients on the workings of various facilities. The feedback was very positive on all fronts.
The 5T Secretary also visited Badjode GP in Baripada Block and interacted with women SHG members of Guhaldihi Sabai Producer Group. He advised the district administration to send a proposal for development of infrastructure for the members.
Then he visited Manatri Temple in Badasahi Block and interacted with all stakeholders regarding infrastructure development at the temple. He asked the district administration to send a proposal at the earliest.
Odisha among Top 3 States in Reducing Unemployment: Report
Next ArticleSCERT Delhi Delegation Applauds Odisha’s School Transformation Initiative
Related Articles
Odisha Govt Transfers 4 IPS Officers
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Tuesday transferred four IPS officers across the state. According to an official notification issued by the Home Department, Dr. Saravana Vivek M., currently SP of Brahmapur, has been posted as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Bhubaneswar. He will take charge against Jagmohan Meena, who is to be relieved. Abhinav Sonkar, [...]
Odisha Final Electoral Roll Published With 3.16 Crore Electors
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s electoral roll revision process has concluded with the publication of the Final Electoral Roll 2026 on Monday, recording 3,16,32,754 electors across the state, the Chief Electoral Officer’s (CEO) office said. The revision was carried out with July 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. The draft electoral roll, published on July 5, had listed [...]
Ganjam Steps Up Preparedness as Deep Depression Threatens Heavy Rainfall; Red Warning for Sept 23-24
Ganjam Steps Up Preparedness as Deep Depression Threatens Heavy Rainfall; Red Warning for Sept 23-24
Chatrapur: The Ganjam district administration has intensified its preparedness measures as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to move close to the district, bringing the possibility of heavy rainfall and strong winds. An Orange Warning is currently in force, while a Red Warning has been issued for September 23 and 24. [...]



