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Time of India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM meets Prez, PM; discusses state development goals
Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Majhi held separate discussions with President Droupadi Murmu and in New Delhi on Saturday on the state's development initiatives as well as strategies for Odisha's progress. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now After paying a courtesy visit Murmu, the CM posted on X, "We discussed Odisha's development journey, our roadmap for building a prosperous Odisha, and how to further accelerate Odisha's development through effective coordination between the Centre and the state." Majhi also presented a copy of 'Odisha Vision 2036 | 2047' to the president. Earlier, in a meeting with PM Modi, Majhi took up issues regarding various developmental activities in Odisha, future strategies, coordination between the Centre and state, and accelerating the state's overall progress. "The Centre and the state are committed to working together to achieve the goal of a prosperous Odisha and a developed India," Majhi posted on X. He expressed gratitude for the PM's "inspiration and unwavering support" for the state's growth. The chief minister's Delhi visit also included meetings with senior BJP leaders. He held discussions with BJP general secretary Tarun Chugh. On Friday, he met defence minister Rajnath Singh and BJP general secretary (organisation) B L Santhosh. The CM's meetings with senior BJP leaders in the past two days assume significance amid an impending expansion of his council of ministers. State BJP president Manmohan Samal had recently spoke about the upcoming expansion plan. During the meetings, Majhi also presented the recently launched Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047 documents, which were initially unveiled by PM Modi during his visit to Bhubaneswar on June 20 on the occasion of the BJP govt's first anniversary celebrations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Political observers said these meetings demonstrated the chief minister's efforts to establish a strong rapport with the central leadership, thereby securing both political and administrative support for Odisha's long-term vision. Furthermore, the re-election of Samal as state BJP president ensured that Majhi would continue to receive the party's complete organisational backing at home.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Stage set for Modi's city roadshow to celebrate BJP govt's year in power
Bhubaneswar: Chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed arrangements for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to the city on Friday to mark one year of the BJP govt in the state and 11 years of NDA rule at the Centre. Majhi visited Janata Maidan on Thursday for an on-site inspection, assessed the arrangements, and directed officials to ensure all works are completed on time. The chief minister emphasised the need for flawless execution of work for the high-profile event, a govt official said. At the heart of Modi's visit — the main and concluding event of celebrations marking the BJP govt's one year in Odisha — will be the inauguration of Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047, a comprehensive roadmap that aligns with Modi's vision of 'Purvodaya' — the rise of east India as a catalyst for national growth, state BJP President Manmohan Samal said. "The event is going to be historic with the PM announcing a developmental roadmap for Odisha by its centenary year in 2036," Samal said. The PM will also inaugurate several projects worth Rs 17,000 crore via video link, including rail services and EV buses, and honour beneficiaries of welfare schemes and social sector leaders before addressing the public at 4:30 pm. After flying to Odisha from Siwan in Bihar — where the PM is scheduled to address a rally — Modi and Odisha chief minister will traverse key locations in the city on a grand roadshow through AG Square, Raj Bhavan Square, Kalinga Stadium Square and Jayadev Bhavan Square. There will be cultural programmes and folk dance performances at around 10 locations on his route, besides a tricolour rally that will follow the PM. The state BJP chief said the visit underscores Modi's commitment to Odisha's development, aiming to strengthen infrastructure and attract industrial investments. Preparations are in full swing, with giant hoardings and cutouts of the PM adorning the city from the airport to Janata Maidan. The BJP expects more than one lakh people to turn up at the meeting venue. BJP leaders said the PM's upcoming visit — sixth after the BJP stormed to power in Odisha — is not just a ceremonial occasion but a strategic move to bolster the image of the Majhi govt and reinforce the party's commitment to the state's development. A three-layer security with at least 133 platoons of police will be deployed for the PM's visit, while police have chalked out a detailed plan to divert traffic from the main arterial road on Airport-Raj Bhawan-Jayadev Bhawan-Janata Maidan route.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM charts out bold path for cities' growth by 2036
Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday announced an ambitious plan to boost Odisha's urbanisation rate from the current 17% to 40% by 2036 and 60% by 2047. The announcement came during his address at the 10th governing council meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The centrepiece of this urban transformation includes developing a massive 7,000 sq km metropolitan region — comparable to the size of the Hyderabad Metropolitan region — encompassing Bhubaneswar, Khurda, Jatni, Cuttack, Paradip, and Puri. Similar development plans are in the pipeline for other growth centres across the state. Speaking at the meeting, Majhi outlined his vision for 'Viksit Odisha', targeting to grow the state's economy to $500 billion by 2036 and $1.5 trillion by 2047. "Odisha will be the growth engine in the country's development journey over the next 25 years," Majhi assured. The CM said Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047 documents, incorporating suggestions from over 320,000 citizens and analysed using AI, will be launched on June 12, on the first anniversary of his oath. The CM highlighted several key initiatives, including implementation of the ' ', which has benefitted over 1 crore women with disbursements exceeding Rs 10,000 crore. He also announced plans to fill 1,50,000 govt positions over the next five years. In terms of investment, the recent Utkarsh Odisha Conclave attracted 593 proposals worth Rs 16.73 lakh crore across 20 sectors, with the potential to create 12.88 lakh jobs. The state is also focusing on developing special tourism zones, including the Hirakud region and Buddhist circuit. Majhi expressed gratitude for the Centre's support, noting sanctioned railway projects worth Rs 73,000 crore and National Highways projects valued at Rs 4,600 crore, with additional projects worth Rs 17,500 crore in the pipeline. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Majhi said the vision document was crafted using artificial intelligence to analyse suggestions from over 320,000 citizens through an online portal. "I will personally monitor its implementation," he said. The CM outlined key focus areas, including complete irrigation coverage for cultivable lands, rapid urbanisation, and development of port-based special economic zones along the state's coastline. He emphasised the state's commitment to attracting investments in textiles, garments, food processing, and new-age industries to generate large-scale employment. Majhi highlighted Odisha's leadership in skill development under the "Skilled in Odisha" brand and its emergence as a hub for ITeS and global capability centres. BLURB Odisha Vision document will be released on June 12, the first anniversary of Majhi govt
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
36 flagship schemes to build Viksit Odisha by 2036
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday said his government has prepared 36 flagship programmes to build a prosperous and 'Viksit Odisha' by its centenary year in said this at a consultation workshop on preparation of Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047 documents. 'A prosperous Odisha will be built by 2036. For this, 36 programmes have been prepared. Odisha will be made a $500 billion economy by its centenary,' the Chief Minister said 36 top priority programmes have been identified to make a significant impact on key sectors by 2036. This is a strategic initiative termed as '36 for 36', which will accelerate the journey of growth of Odisha, Majhi added. The Chief Minister said the programmes will be taken up with a 'whole of government' approach to realise the programmes will be prepared and steps taken in 36 areas such as economy, industry, education, health, infrastructure, agriculture, tourism, science and research, innovation, women empowerment, rural development, tribal welfare, Odia language, culture and promotion of Odia 'Asmita' (pride), he said. Steps will be taken to ensure all kinds of basic amenities reach the people in the lower stratum of society by 2036, he government has taken an ambitious resolution to make Odisha a prosperous State by 2036. Besides, Odisha will also play an important role in achieving the goal of making India a developed nation by 2047, Majhi said. He said the vision document is a roadmap for the dreams of 4.5 crore people of the State and a promise for future generations. Stating that the preparation of the vision document has reached the final stage, Majhi said the draft is ready and the final document will be prepared after consulting with experts.'Our vision document is being prepared for the people and by the people. More than 3.2 lakh suggestions have been received from the citizens of Odisha and also Odias living abroad,' he said. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used to prepare the document, he said, adding that Odisha is the first State in India which is preparing the document by analysing the data and suggestions given by the public with the help of Chief Minister said MLAs and MPs have also been requested through letters to give their valuable feedback, given their long experience. A State-level consultation workshop was held on Friday while three regional workshops will be held in Sambalpur, Balasore and Jeypore in the coming days, he said.
New Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
State to implement 36 programmes to achieve Viksit Odisha goal: Majhi
BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday said the state government has decided to implement 36 programmes in various sectors to realise the Viksit Odisha by 2036 goals. Presiding over a consultation workshop for Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047 documents at the Lok Seva Bhawan here, the chief minister said that the programmes will be selected from the fields of industry, education, health, infrastructure, rural development, tourism, tribal welfare, women's empowerment, Odia language and culture. Stating that Odisha will become a $500 billion economy by 2036, the chief minister said steps have been initiated to ensure that people at the bottom of the society will get all basic facilities. 'Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country and the state is firmly on the path to progress. On the occasion of the centenary celebrations of Odisha's formation as a state in 2036, the government has taken a firm resolve to make it one of the most developed states in the country. Odisha will also play an important role in achieving the goal of making our country a developed nation by 2047,' he said. Majhi said the state government opened the doors for consultation to prepare the vision documents and received over 3.2 lakh proposals from the general people of the state and non-resident Odias. It is the first state in the country to prepare this document by analysing data and suggestions given by the people with the help of artificial intelligence, he said. The state-level workshop was attended by experienced administrators, educationists, public representatives, representatives of industry and civil society and eminent personalities from the field of art and culture. Deputy chief minister Pravati Parida, Revenue and Disaster Management minister Suresh Pujari, cabinet ministers, chief secretary Manoj Ahuja and senior officials attended.
