Odisha Cabinet approves five proposals; wage hike, Rs 200 crore corpus fund for Odia Asmita, teachers’ recruitment and more

The Odisha Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, has approved five proposals aimed at cultural revival and economic benefits. Key initiatives include a Rs 200 crore corpus fund for Odia Asmita, a wage hike, and teacher recruitment.

Published: Wednesday, 10 July 2024
Last updated: 10 July 2024, 03:03 PM IST

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Odisha Cabinet Approves 5 Proposals

Odisha Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Wednesday approved five proposals including setting up a corpus fund for Odia Asmita.

After the Cabinet meeting, Mohan Majhi informed that to revive Odia Asmita and promotion and preservation of culture, art and heritage, the Cabinet has decided to create a corpus fund of Rs 200 crore.

Odia Asmita Bhawan, palm leaf manuscript museum, Odia translation akademy, development of Paika Rebellion Memorial, e-library and Odia chair at national and international universities to be set up. Similarly, efforts will be taken for international status for Bali Yatra and financial assistance for training in Odissi music and dance, said CM Majhi.

A detailed guideline will be prepared and a committee comprising experts will be formed. The corpus fund will be increased in future, said Majhi.