Odisha celebrate 76th Republic Day With spirit of patriotism; Governor unfurls Tricolour at state-level parade in Bhubaneswar
By B.Maharana
Bhubaneswar, January 26
Odisha joined the rest of the country in celebrating the 76th Republic Day with patriotic fervour. Dr.HariBabu Kambham Pati unfurled the tri-colour at the state-level function held at Mahatma Gandhi Marg here.
The flag hoisting was followed by a spectacular parade by security forces, NCC cadets and students of various schools and colleges and folk-dance performances by artistes.
Security forces, NCC cadets, and students of various schools and colleges participated in the parade. Besides daredevil show on motorcycles by the students of Maharishi College of Natural Law, skating performance by Odisha Skating Academy, and folk dance performances by artistes were part of the spectacular parade.
At the parade the Department of Mission Shakti showcased its Tableau titled “Empowerment of women through Entrepreneurship” highlighting the unwavering commitment of the government of Odisha in fostering economic independence among women. The Tableau showcased the transformative journey of over 70 lakh women and emergence of Lakhpati Didis with earning over one lakh rupees annually through various income generating livelihood initiatives.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unfurled the tricolour at the district-level Republic Day celebration held at Cuttack.
In his address, Mr Majhi said Odisha is set to witness a golden period of infrastructure development over the next five years, driven by joint efforts of the Central and the State governments. He said 5,000 crore rupees will be invested over the next five years under the ‘Bikashita Gaon Bikashita Odisha’ initiative, aimed at developing rural areas.
Highlighting the government’s commitment, he announced that Rs 5,000 crore will be invested over the next five years under the ‘Bikashita Gaon Bikashita Odisha’ initiative, aimed at developing rural areas.
He also said, about 3.5 crore people of the state will be included under the Ayushman Bharat scheme from this February. Mr Majhi said the scheme, which provides health coverage, will also be extended to Odias residing outside Odisha.