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SUBHADRA scheme
The SUBHADRA scheme is a flagship initiative by the Government of Odisha aimed at financially empowering women, improving their socio-economic status, and promoting their safety and well-being.
Named after Goddess Subhadra, the scheme aims to empower women economically and socially. Under this scheme, eligible women beneficiaries aged between 21 and 60 will receive an annual financial aid of βΉ10,000, disbursed in two installments of βΉ5,000 each. These installments are scheduled for Rakhi Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) and International Womenβs Day.
What are the primary goals of the SUBHADRA scheme?
The goals include providing financial support, improving awareness of rights, enhancing health and educational outcomes, promoting financial independence, encouraging digital literacy, and fostering personal and professional growth for women.
| Criteria | Details |
| Eligibility | The women beneficiary must meet the following eligibility criteria to avail the benefits of this scheme:
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| Ineligibility | The women falling under any of the following categories shall be ineligible to receive the benefits under the scheme:
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The scheme targets over 1 crore women across Odisha, with more than 50 lakh women already registered. The funds will be directly transferred to the beneficiariesβ Aadhaar-enabled bank accounts, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Additionally, a Subhadra Debit Card will be issued to facilitate digital transactions. Women from economically well-off families, government employees, and income-tax payees are excluded from the scheme.
The Subhadra Yojana is expected to significantly impact the lives of women in Odisha by providing them with financial stability and encouraging digital financial literacy. The initiative reflects the governmentβs commitment to womenβs empowerment and inclusive growth.
PYQ: https://subhadra.odisha.gov.in/faq
Samrudha Krushaka Yojana
The Samrudha Krushaka Yojana is a significant initiative by the Odisha government aimed at enhancing the financial stability and productivity of farmers in the state. Launched in 2024, this scheme focuses on providing direct financial assistance to paddy farmers, ensuring they receive fair prices for their produce.
Key Features:
Benefits:
The Samrudha Krushaka Yojana is expected to significantly uplift the agricultural sector in Odisha, providing much-needed support to farmers and contributing to the overall economic development of the state
CM Kisan Yojana
Previous name: Kalia Jojana
The CM Kisan Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Odisha government to support small, marginal, and landless farmers. KALIA scheme was replaced by CM-KISAN Yojana. This initiative, introduced in September 2024, aims to provide financial assistance to farmers who are not covered under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme.
Key Features:
Financial Support:
Eligibility:
Exclusions:
Application Process:
Benefits:
The CM Kisan Yojana reflects the Odisha governmentβs commitment to improving the livelihoods of farmers and boosting the agricultural sectorβs growth.
Viksit Gaon Vikasit Odisha
Previous name: Ama Odisha, Nabin Odisha
The Viksit Gaon Vikasit Odisha initiative is a comprehensive development program launched by the Odisha government to transform rural areas by providing urban amenities and improving the quality of life for villagers. This scheme is part of the broader vision of achieving a developed Odisha by 2036, aligning with the national goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Key Features:
Infrastructure Development:
Economic Growth:
Social Development:
Sustainable Practices:
Implementation:
The Viksit Gaon Vikasit Odisha initiative is a significant step towards bridging the urban-rural divide and ensuring inclusive growth across the state. By focusing on holistic development, the scheme aims to create self-sufficient and prosperous villages, contributing to the overall progress of Odisha.
On road to realise the vision of a Viksit Odisha by 2047, the budget size of Odisha is likely to be doubled to Rs 4.5 lakh crore by 2029-30 from Rs 2.3 lakh crore in 2023-24.
Outlining the roadmap to achieve the target, the fiscal strategy report released by the Finance department for the next five years has laid optimum focus on increasing capital spending in social and economic sectors that will propel all-round development and upliftment of the people, and spur growth from the bottom.
July 11, 2023: Ama Odisha Nabin Odishaβ scheme: The Odisha Cabinet recently approved the βAma Odisha Nabin Odishaβ scheme, allocating a budget of Rs 4,000 crore. The scheme aims to enhance rural infrastructure and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the state, particularly the Jagannath culture.
Augmenting Rural Infrastructure: Under the βAma Odisha Nabin Odishaβ scheme, Gram Panchayats have been empowered to undertake various works worth up to Rs 10 lakh. This includes the preservation and protection of local places of worship, historical sites, and other essential infrastructure needs. The objective is to bridge the gap in education infrastructure, provide internet connectivity, establish playgrounds, science parks, and training facilities. The scheme also aims to develop work hubs, skill centers, and banking facilities to support rural entrepreneurs, with a special focus on women.
Panchasakha Sikhya Setu:
The Panchasakha Sikhya Setu is the new name for the previously known Mo School Abhiyan in Odisha. This initiative, renamed in September 2024, aims to enhance the quality of education in government and government-aided schools by fostering strong connections between alumni, their alma mater, and the community.
The program was originally launched on November 14, 2017, and has been instrumental in mobilizing resources and support for school development. The renaming to Panchasakha Sikhya Setu is a tribute to the five revered saints of Odisha, known as the Panchasakha, who played a significant role in the regionβs spiritual and cultural history.
The initiative continues to focus on:
Here are some details about the program:
The Panchasakha refers to five renowned saints and poets from medieval Odisha who significantly influenced the regionβs spiritual and literary traditions. These five friends are:
They lived between 1450 and 1570 AD and were instrumental in promoting the Bhakti movement in Odisha. Their teachings and writings focused on devotion to Radha and Krishna, and they played a crucial role in making spiritual knowledge accessible to the common people. The Panchasakha were also known for their association with Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a prominent spiritual leader who referred to them as his five souls (Pancha Δtma). Their collective works and contributions have left a lasting legacy in Odishaβs religious and cultural history. |
Utkarsh Utkal
The name of the “Make in Odisha” program was changed to “Utkarsh Utkal” for the 2024 Odisha budget. It is a flagship investment summit organized by the Government of Odisha to promote industrial growth and attract investments to the state. The event, now rebranded as the Utkarsh Utkal Conclave, aims to showcase Odishaβs potential across various sectors.
Key Highlights:
Recent Developments:
The upcoming edition, now called the Utkarsh Utkal Conclave, is expected to take place between late November and early December 2024. The focus will include new areas like semiconductor manufacturing, leveraging Odishaβs resources and trained manpower.
This event aims to attract investments and promote industrial growth in Odisha. The upcoming conclave is expected to take place within the next six to seven months.
The focus areas of the Utkarsh Utkal Conclave include:
Semiconductor Manufacturing: Odisha is seeking investments for setting up semiconductor plants, leveraging its advantages in trained manpower, land availability, water, and energy resource.
Industrial Development: Encouraging participation from both domestic and international industries to boost the stateβs industrial landscape.
This initiative is part of Odishaβs broader strategy to enhance its economic development and create job opportunities
Utkarsh Utkal
The UTKARSH Mission is an initiative aimed at rapidly improving selected districts across India, including Mayurbhanj in Odisha. Launched on January 22, 2022, the mission focuses on enhancing key performance indicators (KPIs) under four major schemes: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), Mahatma Gandhi NREGA, National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), and Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gramin Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY).
Odisha has been renamed as Utkarsh Utkal
Shree Anna Abhiyan
The Shree Anna Abhiyan is a flagship program launched by the Government of Odisha in 2017 to revive millets in farms and to promote the cultivation and consumption of millets, particularly in the tribal areas of the state. It emerged from a consultation between Government, Academia (NCDS) and Civil Society Organisations (RRA Network, ASHA Network and local NGOs). It is first of its kind of agriculture programme with priority on increasing consumptions in Odisha.
Major Objectives
This initiative not only aims to revive traditional farming practices but also to improve the overall health and economic well-being of the communities involved.
Millet Mission has been renamed as Shree Anna Yojana
Mukhyamantri Krushi Udyog Yojana: Government of Odisha have launched MKUY w.e.f. 01.06.2018 which envisages ease of doing agribusiness through process simplification of Commercial Agri¬Enterprises (CAE) and implementation modalities by making it simple, transparent, time bound at all stages for the benefit of the farmers especially agri¬entrepreneurs.
Capital Investment Subsidy will be provided to the Agro-entrepreneurs for setting up of Commercial Agri-Enterprises under Mukhyamantri Krushi Udyog Yojana (MKUY) under State Agriculture Policy.
It aims to promote setting up of Commercial Agri-Enterprises in creating income and employment opportunities in the State of Odisha under agriculture and allied sectors.
Buxi Jagabandhu Assured Water Supply to Habitations (Basudha) scheme / Mega Pipe Water Scheme In Nov 2018: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik laid foundation stone for the much-awaited drinking water project under βBuxi Jagabandhu assured drinking water to all habitationβ (Basudha) scheme.
Buxi Jagabandhu Assured Water Supply to Habitations (Basudha) scheme / Mega Pipe Water Scheme launched in Odisha to provide portable piped water supply to all and to ensure that given water is safe for drinking & domestic purposes, water from Rushikulya river is to be treated at an estimated cost of Rs. 203 crore.
Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM):
In the year 2006, Government of Odisha formed a society named “Orissa Poverty Reduction Mission (OPRM)” to implement various poverty reduction programmes in the state, which was reconstituted and renamed as “Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM)” an autonomous society under the aegis of Department of Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha, presently implementing both National Rural Livelihoods Mission and National Rural Livelihoods Project.
OLM has put in place a dedicated and sensitive support structure, to take the rural poor households out of poverty line trough capacity building, financial assistance and self- reliant institutions. Odisha Livelihoods Mission commenced its functioning in year 2012. OLM has reached out to 30 districts in Odisha through both intensive and non-intensive approach. While 24 districts with 88 blocks have been covered under Intensive implementation approach. The rest of the blocks and districts are worked upon through non-intensive mode. A total 2,65,000 SHGs are NRLM compliant across the state by October 2015.
Odisha Livelihoods Mission aims at:
Augmentation Basic Amenities & Development of Heritage & Architecture at Puri (ABADHA): ABADHA scheme was launched during 2017-18 to develop Puri, the State Cabinet had a cost outlay of βΉ3,208 crore. This has made it one of the largest State- sponsored projects for development of a religious place. βA number of projects are under implementation.
State Government has focused development basic infrastructure at Puri as the place has world wide attraction for Lord Jagannath Temple. The scheme includes Land Acquisition Charges/Re- habilitation& Resettlement/ Road Improvement for providing better facilities in & around Shree Jagannath Temple.
Jaga Mission: The state government of Odisha launched the Jaga Mission in 2017. Also known as the Odisha Liveable Habitat Mission, it is the worldβs largest slum titling and upgradation initiative. It is implemented based on the βThe Odisha Land Rights to Slum Dwellers Act, 2017β. It is a unique land titling project under which land rights will be provided to eligible slum residents. It also includes upgradation of physical infrastructure in slums like roads, drains, streetlights, sanitation and clean water supply It aims to transform slum areas into liveable habitats called βAdarsh Coloniesβ.
Jaga Mission is the largest land titling and slum upgrading scheme in India and one of the largest in the world. The project is ongoing and is scaling up across Odisha state thanks to a mentoring model, under which 62 specially trained mentors from 28 pilot cities have gone to support other cities during their slum upgrading work. Their experience has helped orientate newer cities to the programmeβs nuances, speeding up the upgrade process.
To date, 585 of Odishaβs 2,919 slums have been fully upgraded and eight cities have been declared totally slum-free.
Setu Bandhan Yojana (Rural Bridges)
Biju Setu Yojana has been renamed as Setu Bandhan Yojana. Besides funding from NABARD for construction of bridges, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India is also providing funds for construction of bridges on PMGSY roads, permissible under the guidelines of the scheme. Bridges are also being constructed out of the allocated funds to R.D. Department under WODC, IAP, BRGF etc. This initiative plays a crucial role in the socio-economic development of rural areas by facilitating better access to markets, healthcare, and educational institutions.
Gramanchal Paribahan Yojana
The Gramanchal Paribahan Yojana is a newly rebranded scheme by the Odisha government, previously known as the LAccMI Scheme. The Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative (LAccMI) was launched in October 2023 by the previous government of Odisha for rural transport service. Here are the key details:
Mukhya Mantri Sadak Yojana
Government is keen to provide all-weather connectivity to all unconnected habitations in the State. The habitations having 1000 or more habitations in non-schedule areas and habitations having 250 or more in schedule areas are being connected under PMGSY. Hence there are many habitations, around 7521 habitations, left unconnected.
Mukhya Mantri Sadak Yojana has been launched by State Govt. during 2015 for providing all-weather roads to unconnected habitations having population from 499 to 100 in Non-IAP districts and 249 to 100 in IAP districts and all left out unconnected habitations up to 100 population those are not been covered under PMGSY or any other scheme. That apart, widening of important roads, where trafic intensity is more, is now made permissible under MMSY.
MMSY – CMRL
Connecting Missing Road Links (CMRL) Scheme has been introduced in 2022-23 with the objective to bridge the Inter State, Inter District & Inter Block Connectivity gaps & to take care of missing link between State, District & Blocks the State Govt. introduced Inter District Inter Block Connectivity Scheme in the State to effectively meet the transportation needs & also to promote access to economic & social services, thereby generating increased agricultural productivity, non-agricultural employment & nonagricultural productivity. Through this scheme, all the village population of State will be benefited after construction of the project in terms of Health, Education, Marketing, accessibility to tourist centre, nearest G.P., Block, Subdivision, District head quarter etc.
CMRL is mainly intended to provide access to the remote and inaccessible areas with the urban area and administrative head quarters and reducing regional imbalance between the remote rural area and urban areas.
Connecting Unconnected Villages in Difficult Areas (CUVDA)
This scheme is Connecting Unconnected Villages in Difficult Areas (CUVDA) under MMSY has been introduced during 2022-23. This is the rename of scheme UPANTA.
The scheme envisages to provide all-weather road connectivity to more number of Unconnected Habitations/Villages in tribal/hilly difficult areas of LWE districts and to upgrade existing village road network so as to effectively meet the transportation needs, to promote access to economic & social services, thereby reducing LWE activities and providing access to remote pockets which will increase agricultural productivity, non-agricultural employment & non-agricultural productivity. All projects will be taken up as per prevailing codal provision of OPWD code and standard DTCN being followed by State.
Finance will be from State Funding.
Projects under this scheme are mostly of LWE districts such as Koraput, Kandhamal, Malkarngiri, Nuapada & Rayagada. During 2022-23, the projects have been taken up as per recommendation of Home Deptt. In subsequent years it is being planned to include more no of projects in most difficult areas of LWE districts which bears strategic importance from LWE point of view.
All the village population of LWE affected Districts will be benefitted after construction of the project in terms of day to day needs on Health, Education, Marketing, Administrative needs, accessibility to tourist center, nearest G.P., Block, Subdivision, District head quarter etc. for a leading better life style of people living in faraway places detached from mainstream.
Odisha Mineral Bearing Areas Development Corporation (OMBADC) was formed as a Section 25 company on 2nd December, 2014 as per the directive of Hon,ble Supreme court of India for undertaking specific tribal welfare and area development works so as to ensure inclusive growth of the mineral bearing areas’As per mandate, OMBADC will finance projects executed by Line Departments relating to livelihood intervention, health, water supply, sanitation, education etc’from the funds maintained in PL Account of OMBADC. Hence, there is a need to lay down some fundamental principles regarding project financing, execution monitoring applicable to all line Departments, Heads of Departments, Subordinate offices and State Level PSUs or Autonomous Agencies under their administrative control.
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), was launched by the Govt. of India to provide connectivity to unconnected Habitations as part of a poverty reduction strategy. Govt. of India is endeavoring to set high and uniform technical and management standards and facilitating policy development and planning at State level in order to ensure sustainable management of the rural roads network. According to latest figures made available by the State Governments under a survey to identify Core Network as part of the PMGSY programme, about 1.67 lakh Unconnected Habitations are eligible for coverage under the programme. This involves construction of about 3.71 lakh km. of roads for New Connectivity and 3.68 lakh km. under upgradation.
RIDF: Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) with assistance from NABARD
Many Infrastructure Project started earlier were lying incomplete for want of resources. Although there is urgent need of creating adequate employment opportunities in rural areas through development of infrastructure, earlier there had been virtually no institutional arrangements for financing rural infrastructure. Against this background, Government of India in the year 1995 – 96 announced the Schemes for setting up of Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) to be operationalized by NABARD for financing the on-going as well as new Infrastructure Projects. NABARD Loan Assistance under RIDF has been a major source of funding for the road and bridge projects of the State. The list of proposal of the projects for NABARD Assistance is placed before the High Power Committee (HPC) constituted under the Chairmanship of D.C.- cum-Additional Chief Secretary for clearance. After approval of Government to the projects cleared by the High Power Committee, the detailed estimates of the projects are sent to NABARD through Finance Department for sanction. On getting the projects sanctioned by NABARD, the process of implementation of the projects starts after completion of the required formalities. Till end of 2016-17, total 414 no. of road projects with length of 5733 km and 204 no. of bridge projects have been taken up under this scheme out of which 346 road projects covering 5208 km road length and 164 nos. bridge projects have been completed. During 2017-18, there is budget provision of Rs.600.00 crore for 32 ongoing bridge projects, 63 ongoing road projects covering a length of 525.000km. Besides, there is token provision for 8 nos. of bridge and 5 nos. of road projects which are at tender stage. 5 nos. of bridge projects and 25 nos. of road projects are targeted for completion under zero based investment scheme of 2017-18. There is target for improvement of 300 km of road length in different stretches during 2017-18.
RLTAP: Special Central Assistance for KBK Districts (Revised Long Term Action Plan)
In order to improve the socio-economic condition of people of KBK Districts, Government has taken effective steps to provide better connectivity as well as to improve existing roads. Works Department has been entrusted to take up road connectivity Program under RLTAP from the year 2001-02. Most of the roads in KBK Districts pass through extremist affected areas and connect Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Due to traffic intensity, continuous heavy down pour and flash floods in Hilly Terrain, the roads in the KBK Districts show signs of distress and develop heavy depression as well as number of pot-holes. Some missing links disconnect one place from another. Priority has been given to connect those by constructing bridges on missing links. The scheme has been delinked by Government of India since 2015-16. However, after persuasion by State Government, Government of India has provided balance fund of Rs.70.00 crore which was programmed up to 12th Five year Plan period . Accordingly, during 2017-18, budget provision of Rs.70.00 has been made for 1 no. ongoing bridge, 2 nos of new bridges, , 6nos ongoing road project and 23 new roads. It is targeted to complete 2 nos. of bridge projects and to improve 50 km of road length during the financial year, 2017-18.
Madho Singh Haath Kharcha: To address high dropout rates among students belonging to Scheduled Tribes, students taking admission in 9th and 11th grade will be provided Rs 5,000 annually. Rs 156 crore has been earmarked for this scheme.
By supporting their educational journeys financially, the scheme not only hopes to reduce dropout rates but also aims to empower students to build a better future for themselves and their communities.
Madho Singh was the Binjhal Zamindar of Ghess locality of Bargarh district in Odisha and was a close associate of Veer Surendra Sai in the Sambalpur uprising against the British East India Company.
βMo Gharaβ (My House) Scheme: This initiative aims to transform kutcha houses into pucca ones. The scheme is expected to benefit around four lakh families in the state
This scheme is part of the Odisha governmentβs broader efforts to ensure housing for all and improve living conditions in rural areas.
Madhu Babu Pension Yojana : The Madhu Babu Pension Yojana(MBPY) is a pension scheme introduced in the Indian State of Odisha with the objective of providing financial assistance to destitute, elderly, and disabled individuals in the state.
The Madhu Babu Pension Yojana was launched by Chief Minister of Odisha, w.e.f. 01.01.2008 by merging the two pension schemes i.e. namely, Revised Old Age Pension Rules, 1989 and Disability Pension Rules, 1985.
Eligibility:
Pension Amount:
The pension amount has been increased by βΉ500. Beneficiaries who were receiving βΉ500, βΉ700, and βΉ900 per month will now receive βΉ1,000, βΉ1,200, and βΉ1,400 respectively. (below 80 years and above will get Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,200 respectively. Those with 60 per cent or more disability and above 80 years of age will get Rs 1,400)
The state government has increased the monthly pension for elderly people and persons with disabilities (PwDs) to Rs 3,500 per month.
Beneficiaries currently get a monthly allowance of Rs 1,500. βIn the first phase, the hike will be implemented for beneficiaries above 80 years of age and those with disability above 80%.
Note : 36.75 lakh beneficiaries under MBPY
National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP): The state has 21 lakh under NSAP for which the Centre provides Rs 200 and Rs 500 per person, aged 60-79 years and 80 years or above respectively while the states add the rest as top up.
Application Process: Eligible individuals can apply through the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Departmentβs online portal or at the local Block Development Office (BDO) or Municipality Office.
This scheme aims to ensure a basic level of financial security for those in need, enhancing their quality of life.
Bhima Bhoi Bhinna Khyama Samarthya Abhijan (BBSA)
Objective: To promote inclusivity and empowerment among marginalized communities, particularly focusing on persons with disabilities (PwDs).
Launched in 2016-17.
Key Components:
Home for Aged
Objective: To provide a safe and supportive living environment for elderly individuals who may not have family support.
Key Services:
Advanced Rehabilitation Center (ARC)
Objective: To provide comprehensive rehabilitation services for individuals with severe limb dysfunction, including amputation.
Key Features:
Bhubaneswar Metro Rail
Objective: To provide a modern, efficient, and sustainable public transportation system in Bhubaneswar.
Key Features:
Phase 1: The first phase will cover a 30 km stretch from Trisulia to Biju Patnaik International Airport, with 20 stations.
Technology: Incorporates advanced signaling and communication systems for safety and efficiency.
Environmental Impact: Designed to reduce traffic congestion and pollution in the city.
Timeline: Construction is expected to begin in 2024, with completion targeted by 2027.
Urban Water Supply
Objective: To ensure the availability of safe and adequate drinking water to urban households.
Key Initiatives:
24×7 Water Supply: Projects to provide continuous water supply in major cities like Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Puri.
Infrastructure Development: Upgrading water treatment plants, distribution networks, and storage facilities.
Smart Water Management: Implementing smart meters and automated systems for efficient water management.
Quality Monitoring: Regular testing and monitoring to ensure water quality standards are met.
New City Development
Objective: To develop new urban areas with modern infrastructure and amenities.
Key Projects:
Smart Cities Mission: Bhubaneswar is one of the cities selected under the Smart Cities Mission, focusing on sustainable and inclusive development.
Satellite Towns: Development of satellite towns around major cities to manage urban sprawl and provide better living conditions.
Integrated Townships: Projects like the Bhubaneswar Town Centre District (BTCD) aim to create mixed-use developments with residential, commercial, and recreational facilities.
Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban (SBM-U)
Objective: To achieve cleanliness and sanitation in urban areas.
Key Features:
Jashoda Yojana
The Jashoda Yojana is a scheme in Odisha that provides financial assistance to orphan children. With an outlay of Rs 83 crore to provide financial assistance to orphaned children.
Banishree Scholarship: The Banishree Scholarship is a program offered by the Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department of the Government of Odisha. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Students who are visually impaired may receive a Reader’s Allowance of βΉ100 per month for primary school, βΉ150 per month for middle and high school, and βΉ200 per month for other studies. Students with orthopedic disabilities of 75% or more may also receive an additional monthly allowance.
National Family Benefit Scheme
The National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS) provides a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 20,000 to BPL families in Odisha in the event of the death of the primary breadwinner. The scheme is part of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP).
To be eligible for the NFBS, families must meet the following criteria:
The benefit is paid to a surviving member of the household who is determined to be the head of the household after a local inquiry. The household includes the deceased’s spouse, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents.
Free laptop scheme:
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration:
The corpus fund for the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) is a fund for promoting and spreading Jagannatha culture. The Odisha government allocated Rs 500 crore for the corpus fund in the 2024-25 annual budget estimates.
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration also has a corpus fund donation scheme, which is approved by the government of Odisha. The scheme is as follows:
Minimum donation: Donors must donate at least Rs 1 lakh, or Rs 10 lakh for patron donors
Benefits: Donors receive a lamp (dipa) and flag (dhwaja) offerings, and other privileges at the temple
Corpus Fund for Odia Asmita:
The Odisha Cabinet has approved the creation of a Rs. 200 crore Corpus Fund for Odia Asmita. This fund is earmarked for the creation of the Odisha Asmita Bhawan, an Odia translation academy, a premier palm leaf manuscript museum, the Paika rebellion memorial, and district-level e-libraries. The initiatives also encompass instituting Odia chairs in universities globally, subsidizing Odissi music and dance training, and forming a cultural troupe management system.
Godabarisha Mishra Adarsha Prathamika Vidyalaya:
The scheme had received Rs 155 crore in the previous budget. The chief minister has also proposed a new scheme ‘Godabarisha Mishra Adarsha Prathamika Vidyalaya’ with an allocation of Rs 50 crore, which is aimed at providing quality teaching at primary level to children in rural and semi-urban areas
Mahanadi River front Development Project: There are multiple Mahanadi Riverfront Development Projects in Odisha, including in Cuttack, Sambalpur, and Kathojodi:
Here are some key highlights:
Din Dayal Karmachari Niwas: The Din Dayal Karmachari Niwas is a new scheme in Odisha to construct hostels and apartment complexes for low-income industrial workers in industrial towns. The scheme is part of the Utkarsha Utkal initiative to attract investments to the state. The budget for the scheme for 2024-25 is Rs 50 crore. Some of the industrial towns that may benefit from the scheme include Kalinganagar, Jharsuguda, Rourkela, Bhubaneswar, Jagatpur, Keonjhar, and Damanjodi.
The Deen Dayal Karmachari Niwas is an initiative aimed at providing affordable housing for government employees. Here are some key aspects of the project:
Mo Jungle Jami Yojana
July 5, 2023: Mo Jungle Jami Yojana: The Mo Jungle Jami Yojana (My Forest Land Scheme) is an initiative by the Government of Odisha aimed at providing livelihood opportunities and ensuring food security for the Scheduled Tribe and forest-dwelling populations. This scheme is entirely state-funded and focuses on recognizing and securing the rights of these communities over forest land.
Key Objectives:
The scheme covers approximately 35,739 square kilometers of forest area in Odisha. It aims to benefit over 7.35 million families by recognizing their rights and providing necessary support.
This initiative is part of Odishaβs broader efforts to empower tribal communities and ensure their sustainable development.
With this initiative, Odisha is set to become the first state in India to recognize both individual and community forest rights. The Mo Jungle Jami Yojana scheme operates in conjunction with the 2006 Recognition of Forest Rights Act (FRA), which focuses on acknowledging the rights of scheduled tribes and other traditional forest dwellers.
The Odisha government has allocated Rs 26 crore for the implementation of Mo Jungle Jami Yojana during the 2023-24 finance budget. The scheme will be entirely funded by the state government, showcasing its commitment to the welfare and empowerment of forest communities. To ensure smooth functioning, Forest Rights Cells will be established across districts for periodic assessment, monitoring, and review of the scheme.
Odisha Gunvatta Sankalp
June 27, 2023 : The Odisha Gunvatta Sankalp (Odisha Quality Mission) is a collaborative initiative launched by the Government of Odisha, Quality Council of India (QCI), and various industry associations. This mission aims to prioritize and promote quality in different sectors within the state of Odisha. The primary objective of the Odisha Gunvatta Sankalp is to promote and prioritize quality in various sectors. This includes areas such as public service delivery, heritage tourism, healthcare, education, skilling, and infrastructure development. By emphasizing quality, Odisha aims to position itself as a leading state in Indiaβs growth story.
ABADHA Scheme
The ABADHA Scheme (Augmentation of Basic Amenities and Development of Heritage and Architecture) is a significant initiative by the Government of Odisha aimed at transforming Puri into a world-class heritage city. Here are some key details:
Objectives:
Key Projects:
The schemeβs total cost outlay has been increased to βΉ4,224.22 crore. The implementation period spans from 2017-18 to 2024-25. This comprehensive approach aims to not only preserve Puriβs rich heritage but also to improve the quality of life for its residents and enhance the experience for visitors.
SAFAL:
Oct 2022: SAFAL: Simplified Application for Agricultural Loans: Odisha government has launched a common credit portal SAFAL’ (Simplified Application for Agricultural Loans) for the welfare of farmers. SAFAL is an abridged application for agricultural loans that will enable farmers and agri-entrepreneurs to access over 300 term loan products from more than 40 partner banks. It has also been integrated with Krushak Odisha and will have access to 70-plus model project reports. The application can revolutionise credit provisions for farmers and agri-entrepreneurs. Farmers and Agri-entrepreneurs can view and apply to 300+ Agriculture & Allied Sector loans on SAFAL. India’s first loan portal to allow all farmers in the state to avail formal sector credit from 40+ banks
GO-SUGAM: First of its kind single window platform for scheme application of all farmer centric schemes and services.
Krushak Odisha: A farmer facing Portal for all farmers in the state of Odisha which serves as the singular record of all farmers in the state.
Biju Kanya Ratna Yojana:
The Biju Kanya Ratna Yojana (BKRY) was launched on September 3, 2016 by Odisha government. It is an initiative by the Odisha government aimed at improving the status and well-being of the girl child. Here are the key details:
Key Components:
The scheme aims to create a supportive environment for girls, ensuring their rights and opportunities for a better future.
Rural Housing Odisha
The Government of Odisha commits to provide pucca houses to all the houseless and those staying in Kutcha houses in rural area. In this endeavor following Schemes are implemented by Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department.
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Grameen): Pradhan Mantri Gramin Aawas Yojana, previously Indira Awas Yojana, is a social welfare programme, created by the Indian Government, to provide housing for the rural poor in India. A similar scheme for urban poor was launched in 2015 as Housing for All by 2022. This scheme is being implemented by Ministry of Rural Development.
Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana: Govt of Odisha is committed to provide Pucca house to all the rural households living in Kuccha houses the state government with a new view to achieving this objective launched Biju Pokhara Yojana during this year 2014.
The objective of the scheme is to convert all kutcha houses into Pucca houses in rural areas of the state in a mission-mode approach. A Pucca house means that it should be able to withstand normal wear & tear due to usage and natural forces including climatic conditions.
Nirman Shramika Pucca Ghar Yojana: The objective of the scheme is to provide Pucca house to building worker and other construction workers in a rural area registered under Odisha building workers welfare board a pock house means that it should be able to withstand normal wear and tear due to usage and natural forces including climate condition.
Mission Shakti: Empowerment of women is one of the key development initiatives identified by the Government of Odisha. Odisha government has been promoting Womenβs Self-Help Groups (WSHGs) under the aegis of ‘Mission Shakti’ programme was adopted in 2001. It has grown organically and developed into one of the most successful womenβs permanent programme in India. Today, there are a little over 6 lakh SHGs in Odisha under Mission Shakti with 70 lakh members.
βMission Shaktiβ has been a noteworthy endeavour for womenβs empowerment in the State of Odisha. Under Mission Shakti, the SHG-Bank Linkage Programme is a major Financial Inclusion initiative.
MAMATA:
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY):
POSHAN Abhiyaan
Objective: To improve nutritional outcomes for children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
Key Features:
State Support to Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
Objective: To provide a package of services to children below six years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
Key Services:
State Food Security Scheme (SFSS) : Under this scheme, the Odisha government provides rice at a very lower price rate. The Odisha Government State Food Security Scheme will spend Rs 442 crore per year. The main objective of launching this SFSS Scheme is to provide food to poor families at subsidized rates.
Under the State, Food Security Yojana government has covered 25 lakh people and will bear an additional Rs 221 crore from October 2018 to March 2019.
Mukhyamantri Karmatatpara Abhijana (MUKTA) : The CM had launched the Mukhya Mantri Karma Tatpara Abhiyan (MUKTA) on April 18, 2020 with a mission to create rapid, immediate and mass employment opportunities for urban poor, informal and migrant labourers, rendered unemployed and vulnerable in the face of Covid-19 infused crisis.
Ama Gaon Ama Bikash (AGAB): Odisha Government’s path-breaking initiative Ama Gaon Ama Bikash (AGAB) was awarded at the prestigious Indian Express Group’s Infocomm India event held at Mumbai on 18-Sep-2019 as the best initiative in the IT Excellence in Government Sector.
Gopabandhu Jana Arogya Yojana (GJAY) : The Gopabandhu Jana Arogya Yojana (GJAY) is a health insurance scheme launched by the Odisha government, replacing the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY). It is a comprehensive health coverage scheme launched by the Odisha government to provide universal health coverage, especially targeting economically vulnerable families. This provides cashless treatment at around 27,000 empanelled hospitals.
Here’s some related information about the scheme:
The state government has allocated Rs 5,450 crore in the budget for GJAY, which is set to replace the BSKY health scheme launched by the previous BJD regime.
Over 96.50 families including both BPL and APL families in the state are availing benefits under it.
Here are the key details:
Launch Date: The scheme was launched on August 15, 2018 by former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
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Key Features
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Benefits
This initiative underscores the Odisha governmentβs commitment to providing quality healthcare to all its residents.
Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)
Key Differences
Odisha is likely to join Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) soon. Once Odisha is on board, we will have only two more states/UTs – Delhi and West Bengal – to join AB-PMJAY.
Odisha Matsya Mission
Objective: To increase fish production and improve the livelihoods of fishermen in Odisha.
Key Features:
Prani Sampad Samrudhhi Yojana
Objective: To promote sustainable livestock farming and enhance the productivity of small animals.
Key Features:
Goal for Management and Treatment of Animals (GOMATA)
Objective: To enhance livestock healthcare through mobile veterinary clinics and other support services.
Key Features:
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
Objective: To bring about a Blue Revolution through sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector.
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Mukhya Mantri Swasthya Seva Mission (MMSSM)
Objective: To provide quality healthcare services to remote and underserved areas in Odisha.
Key Features:
National Health Mission (NHM)
Objective: To ensure universal access to equitable, affordable, and quality healthcare services across India.
Key Components:
Achievements:
Mukhyamantri Sikhya Puraskar
Objective: To recognize and reward outstanding contributions in the field of education in Odisha.
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Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN)
Objective: To provide nutritious meals to school children to improve their nutritional status and encourage school attendance.
Key Features:
Samagra Shiksha
Objective: To ensure inclusive and equitable quality education from pre-school to class 123.
Key Features:
Crop Diversification Programme (CDP)
Odisha has implemented several crop diversification programs to enhance agricultural sustainability and improve farmersβ incomes. Here are some key initiatives:
Crop Diversification Programme (CDP)
Implementation
Budget Allocation
Key Strategies
These initiatives aim to make agriculture in Odisha more resilient to climate change and economically viable for farmers.
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY)
Objective: The scheme aims to uplift Scheduled Caste (SC) communities by generating employment opportunities through skill development, income-generating schemes, and infrastructure development.
Components:
Achievements: As of FY 2023-24, a total of 1,834 villages have been declared as Adarsh Gram.
Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana (PM-AAGY)
Objective: To develop SC-majority villages into model villages (Adarsh Gram) with all necessary infrastructure and services to ensure a dignified living for all residents.
Key Features:
Impact: The scheme aims to eliminate disparities between SC and non-SC populations and ensure holistic development of SC-majority villages
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)
Objective: To provide a pucca house with basic amenities to all houseless households and those living in kutcha and dilapidated houses in rural areas.
Key Features:
Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)
Objective: To provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2024 to all households in rural India.
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Swachh Bharat Mission – Gramin (SBM-G)
Objective: To accelerate efforts to achieve universal sanitation coverage and eliminate open defecation in rural areas.
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Mukhya Mantri Kalakara Sahayata Yojana (MMKSY)
Objective: To provide financial assistance to elderly artists in Odisha who have dedicated their lives to enriching and preserving the stateβs arts and culture.
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Conservation and Protection of Monuments
Objective: To preserve and protect Indiaβs rich cultural heritage, including monuments, archaeological sites, and historic structures.
Key Strategies:
Land Bank Scheme
The Land Bank Scheme in Odisha aims to facilitate the availability of land for industrial and infrastructure development. The government identifies and acquires land, creating a βland bankβ that can be quickly allocated to investors and industries. This helps streamline the process of setting up new projects by reducing the time and effort required to acquire land.
Industrial Infrastructure Development Fund (IIDF)
The IIDF is designed to support the development of industrial infrastructure in Odisha. It provides financial assistance for the creation of infrastructure such as roads, water supply, power, and other facilities necessary for industrial growth. The fund aims to attract more investments by ensuring that the necessary infrastructure is in place to support industrial activities.
CM-SRIM (Chief Ministerβs Special Relief and Infrastructure Mission)
CM-SRIM focuses on providing relief and developing infrastructure in areas affected by natural disasters or other emergencies. The mission aims to ensure quick and effective relief measures and to rebuild and improve infrastructure in affected regions. This initiative helps in the rapid recovery and development of areas impacted by unforeseen events.
Promotion of MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises)
Odisha has several initiatives to promote MSMEs, recognizing their crucial role in economic development and employment generation. These initiatives include providing financial assistance, offering training and skill development programs, facilitating market access, and creating a supportive regulatory environment. The goal is to foster the growth and competitiveness of MSMEs in the state.
Odisha Shakti Bikash Jojana
This scheme focuses on empowering women in Odisha through various skill development and entrepreneurship programs. It aims to enhance the socio-economic status of women by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to start their own businesses or improve their employability.
Odisha Akshaya Shakti Unnayana Jojana
This initiative is designed to promote renewable energy sources in the state. It encourages the adoption of solar, wind, and other renewable energy technologies to ensure sustainable energy development. The scheme provides financial incentives and support for the installation of renewable energy systems.
Mukhya Mantri Shakti Sanrakshana Abhijaan
This campaign is aimed at protecting and promoting the rights and safety of women and children in Odisha. It includes measures to prevent violence and abuse, provide legal and psychological support, and ensure the overall well-being of women and children. The initiative also focuses on raising awareness about gender equality and womenβs rights.
Working Capital Loan to GRIDCO
GRIDCO (Grid Corporation of Odisha) is responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity in the state. The working capital loan provided to GRIDCO helps in maintaining the financial stability of the corporation, ensuring uninterrupted power supply, and supporting the infrastructure development necessary for efficient electricity distribution.
Instream Storage Structure
Objective: To enhance water availability for irrigation, drinking, and other uses by constructing storage structures within river channels.
Key Projects:
Parbati Giri Mega Lift Projects
Objective: To provide assured irrigation to highland areas through lift irrigation systems3.
Recent Launch: 59 projects inaugurated in 13 districts, providing irrigation to 80,000 hectares.
Overall Impact: Aimed at covering 5.12 lakh hectares through 378 projects by 2025-264.
Flood Control and Drainage
Objective: To mitigate flood risks and improve drainage systems to protect communities and agricultural lands.
Key Strategies:
Water Storage & Irrigation Development Project
Objective: To enhance food security and livelihoods by improving access to water for irrigation and livestock.
Key Components:
These initiatives collectively aim to improve water management, agricultural productivity, and resilience against climate change in Odisha.
E-Governance has been responsible for the progression in technology of developing countries and in this context Odisha has implemented some good projects in the state. The goal of E-governance is the ability to access and interact with the world on an even plain.
eGov Initiatives:
Odisha One: Odisha-One is an online platform of Govt. of Odisha. The aim of this platform is to provide convenient services to citizens through a βUnified Citizen portalβ.
Mo Sarkar: Mo Sarkar is a feedback based-governance model as part of which the CM, ministers and senior officials seek the feedback of people directly over phone about the kind of services they receive from various government offices.
State Dashboard: in may 2023, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik rolled out the State Dashboard, a data and analytics-powered platform which will streamline performance monitoring of government schemes, aiding data-driven decision making.
The State Dashboard consists of three critical components β CM Dashboard, Department Dashboard and Administrative Action Monitoring Portal. The application appraises the performance of different administrative departments on administrative parameters.
The CM dashboard shares huge data with the public and is a landmark initiative for transparency.
PAReSHRAM: PAReSHRAM is the web portal of the Labour & ESI Department of the Government of Odisha. As a Digital Platform, it offers quick digital access to all the services delivered by both, the Directorate of Labour & the Directorate of Factories & Boilers, under various Labour & Factory Acts.
Student Academic Management System
SAMS: Student Academic Management System (SAMS) is an integrated portal which provides a common platform for admission into various courses across the State through e-Admission and also several e-Services to students at institution level through e-Administration. Prior to the lunch of SAMS, student admission was manual, time-consuming, and expensive. Looking at the amount of effort and expenses incurred through the Offline admission process, Online (web-based) admission process was planned by Higher Education Department. This was later named as Student Academic Management System (commonly known as SAMS).
This initiative was started in 60 Junior Colleges during academic session 2009-10 and expanded to 169 junior college and 53 degree(+3) Colleges during the session 2010-11. After successful implementation of online admission during the session 2010-11 and 2011-12 under the project SAMS it has been decided to cover all junior colleges(including +2 self financed college) and 162 degree colleges (+3) during session 2011-12. After getting good feedback from college and students All junior & Degree/Autonomous students have come to SAMS Fold and it has been approved by Government of Odisha students take online admission into Junior / Higher Secondary School and degree(+3) classes of Arts, Commerce and Science streams along with Vocational & Sanskrit Educational institutions. This admission process, carried out through internet and computers is called as e-Admission. At present, SAMS covers additional courses in addition to the above i.e. it covers Correspondence, ITI, Diploma, Teacher Education, Physical Education of different departments. Besides e-Admission, SAMS also maintains the academic and financial records of each student admitted into the different educational institutions.
Project Monitoring Unit (PMU) Cell: A PMU cell has been constituted in R and DM Department to monitor different revenue cases at Tahasil. Also it has developed in house help desk software for redressal of grievances.
State Wide Area Network (SWAN): The Government had approved the Scheme for establishing State Wide Area Networks (SWANs). Under this Scheme, technical and financial assistance are being provided up to the Block level via District/ sub-Divisional Headquarters, in a vertical hierarchical structure with a minimum bandwidth capacity of 2 Mbps per link. SWAN is envisaged as the converged backbone network for data, voice and video communications throughout a State/UT with the following salient features:
Common Services Centres:
The CSC is a strategic cornerstone to introduce e-governance on a massive scale. A highlight of the CSCs is that it will offer web-enabled e-governance services in rural areas, including application forms, certificates, and utility payments. Government aims to cover villages in the ratio one CSC per six villages under national e-governance plans.
E-Registration: Registration is a major public Service delivered by R & DM Department, Government of Odisha. It includes registration of all types of instrument, registration of societies, Partnership firms and administration of duties related to stamp and stamp duty including court fees. The e-Registration project is a comprehensive project of automation and transformation of all 187 Registration offices across the state have been undertaken by the Department.
ORTPS Daily Bulletin: Odisha Right to Public Services Act, 2012 in Odisha is an exemplary initiative by the State Government to check corruption in public service delivery. The law enables the citizens to demand public services as a right and also includes a provision for penal action against officials failing to provide the services within the stipulated time. The idea is to generate a demand for services, and to provide citizens with a platform for getting their grievances redressed in a time bound manner.
E-District: The project aims at providing support to the basic administrative unit i.e. “District Administration” to enable content development of G2C services, which would optimally leverage and utilize the three infrastructure pillars, the State Wide Area Network (SWAN) for connectivity, State Data Centre (SDC) for secure and fail safe data storage, and Common Service Centres (CSCs) as the primary front-ends for service delivery to deliver services to the citizens at their doorstep.The eΒ¬district portal involves integrated and seamless delivery of citizen services by district administration through automation of workflow, back end digitization, integration and process redesigning across participating sections/departments for providing services in a most efficient manner to the citizens.
Bhulekh: The land record web portal is known as βBhulekhβ in Odisha. This is primarily for public for viewing their record of rights and the map. The textual content of the Land records are available in Bhulekh.It is a representation of Digitization of Land Record data in comprehensive and precise manner .Anybody from anywhere can get access to Land Data for the state by selecting DWIST, Tahasil and Mouza from the drop down menu available. It is available in both Odia and English language. It is developed and maintained by NIC as well as OCAC Odisha division .
Bhunaksha: Bhunaksha is the online version of the Cadastral map which are corrected corresponding to the trace map attached to the case record for various revenue cases such as mutation, OLR, Lease cases, Encroachment etc. Which are field updated by amins. Now with the help of bhunaksha one can be able to digitize the whole map online and no offline correction needs to be done.
Online Mutation: Land Record Management System (LRMS) is popularly known as e- Mutation. Online Mutation of property has been rolled out in all 317 Tahasils in the state. As soon as the document gets registered, the same would be scanned by the sub registrar concerned and sent to the Tahasil concerned and it would be processed without any further application. Also, SMS facility has been introduced to intimate the title holder about the status of the document. The online methodology will eliminate the delay in the process besides making it transparent. Separate provision has been made in the software for documents that have already been registered, but the mutation is yet to be completed. For such cases the applicant can submit the application at Tahasil with Single Window Operator (SWO).
E-Despatch: The Objective of e-Despatch is to ensure instant communication of the Government letters without making any changes to the Government rules as laid down in the Records Manual. All departments of Government of Odisha is using this application and transaction in tune of more than 1 lakh every year. 400+ training and re-training programs for 15 more than 20,000 Govt. employees have been carried out from the date of project implementation.
Social Media use by Odisha government:
In 2016: Odisha government has asked all departments to use social media like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to establish a two-way communication between the administration and citizens.
PR and Social Media Activities by government:
To supplement Investment Promotion Activities and to widen the visibility and connectivity of the state with global investing Community IPICOL engaged Concept Communication as the PR & Social media partner of Invest Odisha. The following activities were carried out by IPICOL during the period.
In 2017: The government of Odisha has become the first state entity in India to release all of its social media posts under a free Creative Commons license, allowing people from around the world to freely re-use the governmentβs content in projects like Wikipedia.
Environment Schemes:
1. Increasing Green Cover of State:
2. Green Mahanadi Mission
3. Plantations Under MGNREGS:
4. Plantations under Odisha Environment Management Fund:
5. Plantation through Odisha Mining Corporation under CSR
6. Plantation under District Mineral Fund
7. Plantation under Mahanadi Coalfields Funding
8. Conservation, Strengthening & Development of Tribal Sacred Groves
9. State Forest Development Agency Implements:
a. National Afforestation Programme
b. National Mission for Green India
10. Centrally Sponsored Schemes:
11. Intensive Protection of Critically Endangered Areas
12. Human Resources Development Programme
13. Policy Analysis and Strategic Planning Unit
14. Ama Jangala Yojna
Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA)
Objective: To promote afforestation and regeneration activities as compensation for forest land diverted to non-forest uses.
Key Features:
Mukhyamantri Kendu Patra Tolali Yojana
Objective: To support the livelihoods of Kendu leaf pluckers, binders, and seasonal staff in Odisha.
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Development and Beautification of Nandankanan Zoo
Objective: To enhance the visitor experience and improve the living conditions of animals at Nandankanan Zoological Park.
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Green Mahanadi Mission
Objective: To protect and rejuvenate the Mahanadi River and its tributaries through extensive plantation drives.
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These initiatives collectively aim to improve environmental sustainability, support livelihoods, and enhance the quality of life in Odisha.
Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY)
The Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) is an initiative by the Odisha government to facilitate pilgrimage tours for senior citizens. Here are the key details:
Objectives
Key Features
Facilities Provided:
Implementation
This scheme aims to provide a dignified and fulfilling experience for senior citizens, allowing them to embark on spiritual journeys with ease and comfort.
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