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New Indian Express
22-05-2025
- New Indian Express
15-year-old among three youths killed in a hit-and-run incident in Odisha
BERHAMPUR: Triple riding proved fatal for three youths including a 15-year-old boy who were killed after an unidentified vehicle hit their motorcycle on Bansadhara bridge at Gumuda town in Rayagada district in the wee hours of Wednesday. The deceased trio was identified as Balakrushna Haraka (22), Bulu Sabar (19) of Kaithapadar village and the minor Subrat Sabar of Jagannathpur within Gudari police limits. Sources said on Tuesday night, the three youths left their homes on a two-wheeler to participate in the Thakurani Yatra at Kareni village. They were returning from the yatra in the wee hours when an unidentified vehicle hit their motorcycle from behind on the bridge. The trio was thrown off the bike due to the impact and suffered critical injuries. On being informed by locals, officer-in-charge of Gumuda police outpost Birendra Roy reached the spot with a team and rushed the injured youths to Padmapur hospital where the doctors declared two of them brought dead. Balakrushna was referred to Gunupur hospital but he too succumbed to his injuries. As the news about the tragic mishap spread, hundred of locals gathered at the accident site. They demanded immediate arrest of the driver of the vehicle involved in the mishap. Later, police reached the spot and pacified the irate locals after assuring them of arresting the culprit soon. Roy said bodies of the deceased were handed over to their respective families after autopsy in the afternoon. Police have registered a hit-and-run case and launched a manhunt to identify the vehicle and nab its driver. Further investigation is underway, he added.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM to visit Ganjam today
Berhampur: CM Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to visit Ganjam district on Thursday, marking his second visit in 11 days. He is scheduled to visit Tara Tarini and attend the centenary celebration of govt-run upgraded high school at Ganga Dahani in Purushottampur block, official sources said. Security has been tightened for his visited the district on April 27 and attended the centenary celebration of the upper primary school at Bhimpur in Patrapur block. He also witnessed the Thakurani Yatra by visiting the temporary pandal of the Maa Budhi Thakurani at Desibehra Street. Majhi is scheduled to hold a public grievance session in Berhampur during this month. The date and venue are yet to be declared.
Hans India
30-04-2025
- Hans India
‘Thakurani Yatra' ends with pomp and gaiety
Berhampur: The biennial festival of Buddhi Thakurani, popularly known as 'Thakurani Yatra,' ended in Berhampur with pomp and gaiety. The festival began on April 3 and concluded early on Tuesday. The return journey of Budhi Thakurani to her original abode started with the formal invitation of the main priest of the original temple requesting Desi Behera P Durga Prasad, the father of Budhi Thakurani, to let her return to the main temple. Budhi Thakurani left the temporary abode of her father's house around midnight towards Mahuri Palace where Mahuri Raja Ashok Kumar Narendra Dev offered prayer to the goddess. Later, the Ghata procession of Budhi Thakurani passed through Bada Bazaar, Santani Sahi, Marthapeta Sahi, Malubari Sahi, Shankarpur Sahi, Jena Sahi, Bachubari Sahi, Kedareswar Sahi, Chandrama Sahi, Khaspa Sahi and Jaura Sahi where Budhi Thakurani visited Her 'Mausi' and was offered 'poda pitha'. The procession again passed through Bedibari Sahi and Khadura Sahi amid 'hulahuli', animal dance and blowing of trumpets by the devotees. The goddess reached the main temple at about 5 am, according to sources. Devotees on both sides of the road were seen praying to the goddess. The procession of more than 50,000 women with ghatas on their heads was led by 'Sahasrakhya Ghata' (to counter any tantric effect). Gift or 'Bhara' from the father's house when a daughter returns to the in-laws' house as a tradition followed when Budhi Thakurani returned from her father's house. Eleven platoons of police force were deployed in the area to maintain law and order during the return journey of Budhi Thakurani to the main temple from Desi Behera Sahi, according to Berhampur SP Saravana Vivek M. During this 26-day yatra, the 'Ghata' procession of Budhi Thakurani passed through 24 streets. A total of 28 'Rathas' and 'Kalakunjas' were erected at different streets in Old Berhampur to welcome Budhi Thakurani. 'Buddhi Thakurani visited our house at Desi Behera Sahi on April 3 and stayed here for 26 days, as my daughter. She returned to her temple according to the customs. I am happy that everything passed off peacefully,' said Desi Behera P Durga Prasad. He thanked the devotees, Berhampur MLA K Anil Kumar, MP Pradeep Panigrahi, police and district administration, BeMC, volunteers and fellow members of the Dera community for smooth conduct of the Yatra. He also thanked Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for his visit to the Yatra venue and said 'it inspired all of us.'
Time of India
29-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Berhampur's Thakurani Yatra ends
Berhampur: The 25-day-long biennial Thakurani Yatra , a vibrant and historic festival in Berhampur, concluded early Tuesday morning with the ceremonial return of Maa Budhi Thakurani to her temple. The deity, revered as the presiding goddess of the city, began her return journey from her temporary abode at Desibehera Street around midnight on Monday. Thousands of devotees lined the streets through the night, with many — including women from far-flung areas of Odisha and neighbouring Andhra Pradesh — waiting for hours to take part in the sacred ghata (earthen pot) procession. The ritual, in which hundreds of women carried symbolic pots as part of the farewell ceremony, continued until 9:30 am near the deity's temple. Around 11 platoons of forces and 50 officers were deployed in the city to maintain law and order and manage the crowd. "We made elaborate security arrangements to ensure the peaceful conclusion of the festival," said Saravana Vivek M, SP (Berhampur). No untoward incidents were reported, he said. The festival began on April 3 with the goddess's symbolic visit to her paternal home at Desibehera Street, which was marked by the setting up of a temporary temple. Over the 25 days, the city transformed into a canvas of colours, lights, and culture. Locals and visitors alike took part in thematic performances, donning elaborate costumes to portray mythological figures, animals, and even Buddhist monks. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Street after street turned into open-air stages — from the banar sena of Sri Ram parading through Gandhi Nagar and Tulasi Nagar, to Guru Nanak and his followers in Dalua Street. In Bijipur, people dressed as Lord Buddha and monks led a peace-themed procession. "World peace and communal harmony is the core message of our attire," said Tuku Dalai, one of the organisers of the Buddha monk procession, which saw participation from around 70 people chanting hymns on Sunday.
New Indian Express
28-04-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Public grievance hearing at Berhampur soon: Odisha CM
BERHAMPUR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday announced that a regional public grievance hearing will soon be held at Berhampur in Ganjam district. Addressing the centenary celebration of Unnita High School at Bhimpur village in Patrapur block, Majhi said, 'The Chief Minister's grievance cell will soon commence operations in Berhampur and I will personally visit the city to conduct the hearing.' The CM commended the changes brought about in the country's education system under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, particularly the introduction of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. He said the Odisha government has adopted the NEP with expectations for significant improvements in the education sector. Sharply criticising the previous BJD government's '5T school' initiative, Majhi called the scheme a farce and said only 16 per cent of schools had internet connectivity which was far below the claims of digital transformation. He said no meaningful efforts were made to enhance the quality of education under 5T. Majhi said the BJP government has fulfilled all the promises made during the elections. 'We are working for everyone - farmers, women, youths and the poor. Major industries will be established in Ganjam district with investments exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore, creating ample job opportunities for the local youths,' he said. Highlighting the historical significance of Bhimpur school which was established in March 1924, the CM underscored the pivotal role of education in shaping a prosperous Odisha as the state approaches its centenary in 2036. He also assured to recognise Bhimpur high school as a heritage institution and directed Ganjam collector Dibya Jyoti Parida to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) in this regard. On the occasion, the CM felicitated four alumni members of Bhimpur school and family members of its founder Bhagban Panda. He also felicitated five students for achieving excellence at the state and district level. Earlier in the day, Majhi visited the ongoing Thakurani Yatra at Berhampur and offered prayers to the deity.
