Odisha Assembly
Latest updates, news, and insights from the Odisha Legislative Assembly, covering debates, decisions, bills, and government initiatives that shape the state’s political and social landscape.
Over 17 Lakh Women Added to Subhadra Yojana After Verification
During the Odisha Assembly session, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced that more than 17 lakh women joined the Subhadra Yojana after field verification. She informed the House that 17,83,251...
Odisha Govt Raises Temple Aid to Rs 7.5 Cr
The Odisha government has enhanced financial aid for temples across the state, raising the allocation from Rs 5 crore to Rs 7.5 crore. The decision benefits more than 4,000 temples,...
20,150 Anganwadi Centres Still Lack Own Buildings in Odisha
During the winter session, the Odisha Assembly highlighted a critical issue as 20,150 Anganwadi centres still lack permanent buildings. Meanwhile, 54,074 of the state’s 74,224 centres already run in their...
BJD MLA Prasanna Acharya Urges Speaker for Swift Govt Action on Paddy Procurement
Farmers in Odisha have been facing significant delays in paddy procurement, leading to widespread frustration and allegations of governmental inefficiency. Opposition leader Prasanna Acharya from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD)...
Malkangiri Minor Rape Case Sparks Heated Debate in Odisha Assembly
The rape of three minors in Balimela MV‑62 village, Malkangiri district, triggered sharp exchanges in the Odisha Assembly on Friday. Congress and BJD legislators accused the government of failing to...
Odisha Boosts Education with 762 PM SHRI Schools and 1,500 Special Teachers for Differently-Abled Students
In a significant push for educational reforms, Odisha has secured approval for a total of 762 PM SHRI schools, marking a major milestone under the current government. School and Mass...
Odisha CM Presents Rs 17,440 Crore Supplementary Budget for 2025‑26
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi presented the Supplementary Budget 2025‑26 in the Legislative Assembly with an outlay of Rs 17,440 crore. The proposal covers administrative expenditure, programme expenditure, disaster...
Over 7 Lakh Pension Cases Pending in Odisha, Minister Reveals
During the Odisha Assembly’s winter session, Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Minister Nityananda Gond informed the House that more than 7 lakh beneficiaries are still waiting for...
Sexual Harassment Complaints Surface in Eight Odisha Colleges
On the second day of the Odisha Assembly’s winter session, the Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj revealed that eight colleges across the state reported complaints of sexual harassment and exploitation...
Over 1,500 Schools in Odisha Still Without Electricity, 114 Lack Toilets: Minister
On the second day of the Odisha Assembly’s winter session, School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond presented a detailed account of infrastructure and staffing challenges across government schools in...
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