Politics and Governance 🏛
The “Samrudha Sahar” urban scheme has been approved by the Odisha cabinet.
A ₹4,879 crore “Samrudha Sahar” initiative, which covers infrastructure, municipal administration, economic clusters, and peri-urban land planning, has been approved by the state cabinet to promote planned urbanization under Vision 2036.
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OAV Students Are Exempt from Hostel Fees
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) would waive the hostel fees for about 45,000 students, which would have cost ₹349.2 cr over five years. This promotes educational access and helps pupils in rural areas.
The weather alert
Five districts in northern and western Odisha are under a yellow alert for severe rainfall, with substantial precipitation predicted until July 19. It is recommended that residents and visitors adopt the appropriate safety measures.
Human Rights and Crime 🧑⚖️
The NHRC Calls Out the Odisha Government for a Careless Case
The state has come under fire from the NHRC for failing to provide compensation to the family of a pregnant woman who passed away while in jail, reportedly as a result of medical malpractice. It has threatened to use coercion if compliance is not obtained by August 21.
Kerala Arrests Four Odisha Natives for Ganja
In Perumbavoor, Kerala, four suspects from Odisha were caught in possession of 10 kilogram of ganja. They allegedly transported the narcotic from Kerala to Odisha. There are investigations.
🏫 Campus Safety Measures at response to recent instances of harassment and self-immolation, Odisha has released new guidelines to guarantee the safety of female employees and students at educational institutions.
