Khurda: The district administration of Khurda announced to make Odia language mandatory on all signboards at all commercial establishments and shops from today.
It was decided at a preparatory meeting for Utkal Divas.
The violators will be taken to task as per law, Khurda Collector Sanat Mohanty said.
The fresh move of the district administration has been welcomed by personalities from various sections.
In March 2018, the Odisha cabinet had decided to make Odia language mandatory on signboards of all shops and commercial establishments.