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Parida presents 1st yr achievements at Utkarsh Nimapada
Bhubaneswar: Deputy chief minister and Nimapada MLA Pravati Parida presented a comprehensive report card of her first year in office during the second session of the 'Utkarsh Nimapada Conference' on Friday.
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Parida, who made history as Odisha's first female deputy CM, expressed gratitude for the support she received from constituents and highlighted her administration's achievements across various sectors.
"Within a year, we brought 33 officers from 11 departments to the Utkarsh Conference. I fulfilled my election promise of bringing administration closer to the people," said the deputy chief minister.
The development initiatives outlined include significant investments across multiple sectors, such as Rs 213 crore for different drinking water projects, Rs 146 crore for transportation, Rs 22.44 crore for education, and Rs 17 lakh for the 'Swarga Rath' service.
Notable projects include the Gop mega drinking water project, renovation of eight temples, and introduction of animal care ambulance services. The administration focused on infrastructure development, including water drainage systems and road construction, officials said.
The conference featured interactive sessions on various themes, including agriculture, industrial development, skill development, disaster resilience, tourism, arts, and culture.
Stakeholders discussed the roadmap for Utkarsh Nimapada-2036 during the conference.
The two-day conference saw active participation from the citizens, who shared their concerns and offered suggestions for improvement in various sectors. Officials noted that public suggestions would form the foundation for future development plans.
