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08-07-2025
- Politics
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Odisha celebrates Rasagolla Dibasa as Lord Jagannath returns to Puri temple after Rath Yatra
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik greeted the people on the occasion. Rasagolla Dibasa is celebrated on 'Niladri Bije', the ritual of the deities' return to the temple, as they are ceremonially offered the sweet on this day. Bhubaneswar, Jul 8 (PTI) Odisha celebrated Rasagolla Dibasa on Tuesday, marking the return of the sibling deities, Lord Balabhadra, Goddess Subhadra and Lord Jagannath, to their abode in the 12th-century shrine in Puri after the annual Rath Yatra. 'On the occasion of Niladri Bije and Rasagolla Dibasa, heartfelt greetings to all devotees and residents of Odisha. Niladri Bije and Rasagolla Dibasa are a vibrant reflection of Odia culture, devotion, and pride. May everyone receive the blessings of the Lord on this sacred tradition. Jai Jagannath,' the governor said. 'Niladri Bije' has been celebrated as Rasagolla Dibasa since 2015. 'In the early days, the sweet was known as 'Khira Mohan' in the temple. It is the same as rasagolla,' said researcher Asit Mohanty, who was instrumental in collecting evidence tracing rasagolla's origin to the Puri temple. 'Our rasagolla is totally different from that of Bengal. Bengal's rasagolla came into existence in 1868, while the sweet originated here over 500 years ago. There is mention of rasagolla in the Dani Ramayan written by Balaram Das,' he asserted. Maintaining that for centuries devotees have offered rasagolla to Lord Jagannath on 'Niladri Bije', Mohanty said there should be no debate on its origin. 'Let Bengal enjoy its rasagolla and we ours,' he said. People across the state exchange rasagolla to celebrate the day, with sweet shops doing brisk business. A special function was organised at Pahala, a village along the highway between Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, where a slew of sweet shops specialising in rasagolla are located. Noted sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik shared a photo of his creation celebrating the occasion on X. 'Jai Jagannath… On the pious occasion of #NiladriBije, Mahaprabhu Jagannath, while returning to Ratna Singhasana, offers Rasagola to #MahaLakshmi. My sand art at Puri beach in Odisha is for this unique ritual. #RasagolaDibasa,' he said. PTI AAM AAM SOM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Print
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Odisha BJP likely to get new president by July 8
The nominations will be accepted on July 7, while voting for the post of state president will be held on July 8, if required, it said. The formal notification for the president's election will be issued on July 6, said the statement issued by Balasore MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi, the party's state election officer. Bhubaneswar, Jul 4 (PTI) The Odisha BJP is likely to get a new president by July 8, according to the poll schedule announced by the party on Friday. The names of the new state president and central council member will be declared on July 8 itself, it added. The organisational election was put on hold due to the stampede during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri. Several senior leaders are in the race for the post, with incumbent Manmohan Samal looking for another term, party insiders said. PTI AAM AAM SOM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Print
05-06-2025
- Politics
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Medha Patkar denied entry to Odisha's Rayagada amid protests over bauxite mining
The restriction is imposed on about two dozen activists, including the 'Narmada Bachao' leader. As soon as Patkar arrived at the Rayagada railway station early in the morning, she was served an order, prohibiting her entry to the district for a period of two months from June 4. Bhubaneswar, Jun 5 (PTI) Social activist Medha Patkar was on Thursday morning not allowed to enter Odisha's Rayagada district, which has been witnessing protests over bauxite mining. '…there is a reasonable apprehension that their movement and presence in Rayagada district may lead to deterioration of law and order, disturb public peace and hinder the smooth conduct of administration affairs and development process in the district,' said the order, signed by district collector Parul Patawari. On the occasion of World Environment Day, Patkar and some other activists were scheduled to attend a function organised by 'Maa Mati Mali Surakshya Manch', which has been leading the protest against bauxite mining in Rayagada and Koraput districts. Speaking to reporters while being escorted to a waiting vehicle, which took her to the border of the district, Patkar said, 'I am not a terrorist whose presence will create a problem for the people. I am a citizen of the country. We are not against development, but demand for the progress of the nation in a sustainable manner.' Narendra Mohanty, an associate of the activist, said she is on a three-day visit to the state. After being denied entry to Rayagada, she will go to Berhampur in the Ganjam district. She is also scheduled to attend a programme in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, he said. Around 240 police personnel have been deployed in Kashipur, the epicentre of the agitation in Rayagada, officials said. PTI AAM AAM SOM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
The Print
15-05-2025
- Politics
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Don't mistake me for simple tribal man: Odisha CM warns officers against malpractices
'Do not take me for a simple tribal person, and my simplicity should not be considered a weakness,' he said. Addressing the inaugural session of the two-day conference of Chief Development Officers (CDOs) and Block Development Officers (BDOs) at the Lok Seva Bhawan, he said he has information about all officers in the field and how they behave with people and implement schemes. Bhubaneswar, May 15 (PTI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday asked government officers not to consider his simplicity as his weakness, stating that he could be tough against indiscipline, partiality and corruption. 'I started my political career as a sarpanch of a panchayat in Keonjhar. Because of this, I am aware of the activities of officers at the grassroots level,' he added. Asking officers to work with dedication for the welfare of the people, the CM said they should shun the 'old habits' of working in a partisan manner. 'Officers must get rid of their political affiliation and loyalties and work for the people, be it allotment of houses under PM Awas Yojana or tube wells for drinking water,' he said, maintaining that his government has given ample power to officers to work freely, without any pressure. Majhi said he has received reports of machines being used for projects under MGNREGA, instead of jobs being given to people. 'Muster rolls are also forged,' he alleged, warning officers of strict action. The CM said performance evaluation of the BDOs will now be done through district collectors, and officers having poor performance will be shown the door. Majhi also said that some BDOs do not respect people's representatives, such as MLAs and MPs. 'There should be mutual respect in governance and officers should treat public representatives with due honour,' he said. He said the success of the government depends on the proper implementation of schemes in the districts. 'All the developmental works reach the people through the blocks. District-level officers and employees have an important role to play in this. Apart from the district magistrates, CDOs and BDOs have a major responsibility,' he said. 'Even PM Narendra Modi calls himself a 'pradhan sevak'. I also consider myself the 'pradhan sevak' of Odisha. Please consider yourself as the people's 'sevaks',' he told the officers. PTI AAM AAM SOM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
