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Hans India
20 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Chief Secy calls for modern statistical system
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Monday batted for a modern statistical system to measure the socio-economic progress of the State. Addressing the 19th National Statistics Day here, Ahuja said the system would also help in identifying the areas of shortfall and the way forward. He stressed the need for institutional capacity building, too. Speaking on the occasion, Development Commissioner Anu Garg advised the officials concerned to develop the recommended statistical system, which would help in effective monitoring of the goals and targets set in the 'vision document' for a 'Viksit Odisha - 2036 and 2047'. Citing the example of the 'Subhadra' scheme, she said the State government has been emphasising the use of data and, in the process, it has prepared a robust database that may be used in implementation of other beneficiary-oriented programmes. Ashish Kumar, former Director-General, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, highlighted the role of the National Statistical Office (NSO) in conducting sample surveys to provide data at regular intervals for the unorganised sectors of the economy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Govt to enforce real estate regulations, strengthen ORERA compliance
Bhubaneswar: In an effort to tighten the regulation of real estate activities, the housing and urban development department will collaborate with the revenue and disaster management department to enforce the decisions of Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA). The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by chief secretary Manoj Ahuja recently. As per the decision, authorities have been asked to invoke the Odisha Public Demand Recovery (OPDR) Act to recover penalties from defaulters, ensuring compliance with ORERA's directives. To bolster enforcement in the real estate sector, especially in Bhubaneswar, ORERA will conduct joint drives with Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) and Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). "A monthly enforcement calendar with specific, measurable targets will be developed and monitored by ORERA to ensure consistent action against unauthorised real estate developments," read the minutes of the meeting. The institutionalisation of monthly coordination meetings among ORERA, the revenue and disaster management department, and the housing and urban development department was also approved during the meeting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Santa Luzia (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo These measures aim to streamline efforts and enhance communication between the departments involved in real estate regulation. All district collectors and tehsildars have been instructed to identify and report unauthorised real estate developments to ORERA on a monthly basis. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Odisha chief secy for modern statistical system to measure state's socio-economic progress
He stressed the need for institutional capacity building, too. Addressing the 19th National Statistics Day here, Ahuja said the system would also help in identifying the areas of shortfall and the way forward. Bhubaneswar, Jun 30 (PTI) Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Monday batted for a modern statistical system to measure the socio-economic progress of the state. Speaking on the occasion, Development Commissioner Anu Garg advised the officials concerned to develop the recommended statistical system, which would help in effective monitoring of the goals and targets set in the 'vision document' for a 'Viksit Odisha – 2036 and 2047'. Citing the example of the 'Subhadra' scheme, she said the state government has been emphasising the use of data and, in the process, it has prepared a robust database that may be used in implementation of other beneficiary-oriented programmes. Ashish Kumar, former director-general, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, highlighted the role of the National Statistical Office (NSO) in conducting sample surveys to provide data at regular intervals for the unorganised sectors of the economy. PTI BBM RBT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
New Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Odisha seeks trade-off: Revisit ESZ boundaries for tourism projects
BHUBANESWAR : In a move that could put significant pressure on critical protected areas (PAs) in Odisha, the state government has decided to revisit the boundaries of eco-sensitive zones (ESZs) to remove the 'no commercial and no construction' clause for enhancing their tourism prospects. A meeting, chaired by chief secretary Manoj Ahuja on May 30, discussed tourism master plan and land bank issues and discussed governance and execution model for tourism infrastructure relating to national parks, sanctuaries and Ramsar sites. Minutes of the meeting, accessed by TNIE, revealed that the government plans to take a fresh relook at notifications of ESZs by the Forest, Environment and Climate Change department through Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC), to remove the 'no commercial/no construction' clause. The meeting felt the clause does not accurately reflect the 'enabling spirit and provisions' of the existing guidelines of the Union ministry, though such areas have tourism development potential. Interestingly, the chief secretary's meeting advised that the already notified and soon-to-be notified ESZ be discussed with Tourism department during tourism master plan preparation. It was also decided that the ESZs of Satkosia and Similipal - two tiger reserves of the state - be reviewed by the chief secretary with the PCCF (wildlife) and other officials of the Forest department. 'The MoEFCC would be moved by the chief secretary with a request to allow use of forest land for non-site specific purposes since the state has more than 33 per cent forest cover as per Van Sanrakshan Evam Samvardhan Rules 2023 for hospitality units,' the meeting's proceedings said.
New Indian Express
19-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Contaminated water behind diarrhoea, cholera outbreaks in Odisha
BHUBANESWAR: The Central health team visiting Odisha has confirmed that contaminated water is the primary cause of recent diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks in the state. The team shared its findings during a review meeting with state officials here on Wednesday. With three more deaths including two in Jajpur and one in Balasore in last 24 hours, the outbreaks have claimed 24 lives and affected over 2,500 people across nine districts. The health authorities, however, put the official death toll at 11. Following a detailed assessment at the affected areas, the visiting 10-member health team and four-member food safety panel concluded that the cholera outbreak in Jajpur district stemmed mainly from consumption of contaminated water and food. Water samples collected from various areas tested positive for E. coli contamination, indicating widespread microbial pollution in the district. At least 10 water samples collected in the first phase were found to be E. Coli positive. Similarly, 16 out of 37 faecal samples tested positive for Vibrio cholerae. The district continues to see new cases, with 37 fresh admissions reported on the day. However, signs of improvement are emerging, as the infection rate has dropped and only 196 people are currently under treatment. The Central team held separate discussions with the officials of Health, PR&DW and H&UD departments and advised them to take immediate steps to ensure availability of safe drinking water in the affected districts. Chief secretary Manoj Ahuja reviewed the situation and asked officials to ensure purification of drinking water distribution points in several districts. Health secretary Aswathy S who reviewed the situation, said a doctor has been suspended for advising a senior citizen to purchase medicine from outside, despite its availability at hospital pharmacy free of cost. The Health department has formed special teams that will visit Cuttack, Jajpur, and Bhadrak districts on Thursday. The rapid action teams deployed in the affected districts have been instructed to take action as per the recommendations of the Central team.
