Mahanadi among key agenda as CM meets Shah, Patil
and Jal Shakti minister C R Patil on Wednesday focusing on expediting development initiatives and resolving Odisha's long-standing concerns regarding the Mahanadi river water dispute.
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During his meeting with Shah, which Majhi described as a courtesy call, the dialogue revolved around infrastructure development, internal security, and the effective implementation of Centre-assisted welfare schemes.
A key topic was Odisha's stance on achieving a peaceful resolution to the Mahanadi dispute with Chhattisgarh. Shah had earlier highlighted the importance of dialogue between Odisha and Chhattisgarh to resolve the issue at the Eastern Zonal Council meeting on July 10.
"Discussed Centre-State coordination and various developmental initiatives of the state," Majhi shared on social media platform X.
In a separate meeting with C R Patil, Majhi emphasised Odisha's concerns over the ongoing Mahanadi river water dispute. He advocated for a fair, just, and time-bound resolution to ensure Odisha's rightful share of water resources, which are vital for the state's agriculture, ecology, and livelihoods.
Odisha has requested the Jal Shakti ministry to establish a joint panel led by the Central Water Commission, comprising members from both Odisha and Chhattisgarh, to find a mutual solution to the inter-state dispute.
The CM also met Union minister of consumer affairs, food and public distribution Pralhad Joshi and requested enhancement of the rice procurement target for the upcoming season in view of the anticipated surplus in the state.
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Majhi urged for increased monthly lifting of rice by FCI to ensure timely evacuation. Majhi along with deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Odisha BJP MPs also had a joint discussion with Joshi and discussed various issues relating to Odisha.
In a separate development, deputy CM Singh Deo met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "A moment of profound gratitude, reflection, and shared commitment to building a Viksit Bharat with Odisha's unique spirit and contributions at its heart.
Presented sacred Mahaprasad from Shri Jagannath Dham—a symbol of unity, humility, and divine grace. It carries the blessings of millions of devotees and the timeless legacy of our land.
May Mahaprabhu Jagannath continue to guide our collective journey towards an empowered, inclusive, and culturally enriched India," SinghDeo shared on X. Singh Deo and his wife and MP Sangeeta Singh Deo also met Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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