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Odisha CM claims his govt turned promises into reality in one year
Bhubaneswar, June 11 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday claimed that his government has successfully turned the promises made to the people into reality within a year.
Inaugurating the State-level Vikas Mela 2025 in Bhubaneswar to mark one year of the state government, Majhi said that the past year has been full of challenges. 'During this time, we have achieved remarkable success in various fields and have fulfilled the promises made to the people,' he said.
'Our promises are not mere words; they are commitments carved in stone. We have made promises and we have kept them,' he remarked.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that a year ago, the people of the state changed the administration with new hopes and aspirations, entrusting the government with the responsibility to deliver. 'We are working with a strong commitment to fulfill those hopes and aspirations,' he added.
Majhi said that in the past year, he has visited all the districts of Odisha, spoken to the people, and reviewed various development works.
He emphasized that a firm stance has been taken to fight corruption. 'Look at the record of the past year: from a peon to an IAS officer, no corrupt official has been spared,' he asserted.
Highlighting the progress made, the Chief Minister said that due to the government's strong will and commitment, almost all major promises made to the people have been successfully implemented.
He mentioned that through the Kisan Kalyan Yojana, the annual income of every farmer family in the state has increased by at least Rs.30,000.
Efforts are also underway for the all-round development of the tribal community, and the government has implemented the Ayushman Bharat Yojana to provide quality healthcare to all.
The Chief Minister further stated that the government has raised the age limit for government jobs for the youth to 42 years and provided 11.25 percent reservation of seats in higher education for SEBC students.
Majhi said that employment opportunities have been created for 12.90 lakh youth with an investment of Rs.17 lakh crore.
He also stated that the South Odisha Development Council and the North Odisha Development Council were established to ensure development reaches every region of the state.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated various welfare schemes, including an exhibition on handlooms, handicrafts, local products, and a food court.
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