Odisha Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 481 development projects worth Rs 1,151 crore

Bhubaneswar:31/8/24: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 481 development projects worth Rs 1,151 crore across 30 districts in the state, marking the State level Local Self-Government Day ceremony at Lok Seva Bhavan.

In his address, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of self-governance in providing basic facilities to citizens and highlighted the need for elected public representatives to work above politics to fulfill people’s expectations. He also stressed the need for decentralization and empowerment of municipalities to plan and provide services for urban infrastructure.

Majhi also handed over appointment letters to 27 newly appointed administrative officers and announced the preparation of a handbook and toolkit for citizens and service providers to facilitate the timely execution of master plans and building approvals.

Citing the example of Bhubaneswar’s rapid urbanization, the Chief Minister acknowledged the challenges in providing basic facilities to residents and assured that the government is committed to developing all urban areas, including Bhubaneswar, into smart cities.

The launched projects are expected to improve the lives of citizens and contribute to the state’s overall development. The ceremony was attended by various dignitaries and marked a significant step towards strengthening local self-governance in Odisha.