Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Majhi chaired a high-level cabinet meeting to review the performance of various departments, emphasising budget utilisation and the implementation of welfare schemes. The review focused on accelerating development initiatives and ensuring optimal expenditure as per the 2024-25 budget allocations.
Strict Budget Utilisation Directives
During the meeting, CM Majhi conducted a detailed assessment of departmental expenditures and instructed underperforming departments to align their spending with the allocated budget targets. He emphasised the importance of timely fund utilisation to avoid lapses and ensure the efficient execution of development programs.Also Read: Singapore and Odisha Sign MoUs to Promote Green Corridors, Industrial Growth, and Skill Developmet
The Chief Minister also advised departments to eliminate procedural delays and swiftly implement new projects.
The Chief Minister also advised departments to eliminate procedural delays and swiftly implement new projects.
"Strengthening departmental efficiency and execution will lead to better service delivery for the people of Odisha," he stated.
Review of Key Welfare Programs
The meeting extensively discussed the progress of crucial public welfare schemes, including:- Healthcare & Infrastructure Development: Strengthening public health services and improving healthcare infrastructure.
- Social Security Initiatives: Ensuring the effective rollout of schemes like the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and Subhadra Yojana to benefit the needy.
- Housing for the Underprivileged: Reviewing progress under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, aimed at providing permanent housing to economically weaker sections.
- Education & School Upgradation: Enhancing facilities in government schools and modernising the education sector.
- Cold Storage & Agricultural Support: Expanding Shital Bhandar cold storage facilities to support farmers and reduce post-harvest losses.
- Connectivity & Infrastructure: Fast-tracking bridge construction and road connectivity projects to boost transportation.
Vision for a Developed Odisha
A significant highlight of the meeting was the discussion on the "Viksit Odisha Vision Document", which outlines strategic developmental initiatives. The Chief Minister directed officials to analyse key proposals from the document and prepare action plans for their implementation.Also Read: Odisha Expands Potato Farming to Counter Supply Challenges with West Bengal
Moving forward, the government plans to intensify efforts toward inclusive development by expanding citizen-centric programs. CM Majhi reiterated his commitment to transforming Odisha into a model state by ensuring efficient governance and public welfare.
With a renewed focus on economic growth, social upliftment, and infrastructure development, Odisha is set to witness a new era of progress under the leadership of CM Mohan Majhi.
Moving forward, the government plans to intensify efforts toward inclusive development by expanding citizen-centric programs. CM Majhi reiterated his commitment to transforming Odisha into a model state by ensuring efficient governance and public welfare.
With a renewed focus on economic growth, social upliftment, and infrastructure development, Odisha is set to witness a new era of progress under the leadership of CM Mohan Majhi.
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