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Hans India
10-06-2025
- Hans India
8 held for attacking revenue officer
Balasore: The police have arrested eight persons for their alleged involvement in attacking a Revenue department officer in Mayurbhanj district on June 2 while he was on duty. The DIG of Police (Eastern Range) Satyajit Naik told the media that Bhima Kanta Majhi, Additional Tehsildar of Kaptipada, was assaulted when he was going in his car to conduct a raid against the lifting and transporting of illegal minor minerals by mafias. The miscreants also damaged his vehicle, he said. Based on a complaint lodged by the officer, Kaptipada police registered a case. In the FIR, 12 accused have been named and till date, eight have been arrested, said Naik. The police are searching for the remaining accused persons, he said. The Additional Tehsildar was humiliated publicly with derogatory remarks made about his caste, the DIG said. In this connection, a case has been registered under various sections of BNS and SC & ST Prevention of Atrocities Act and the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Udala is leading the investigation, Naik said. 'The situation is being closely monitored and all necessary steps are being taken to ensure justice is served. We are committed to bringing all the perpetrators to justice,' he said. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari told reporters that two persons have been arrested from Jamshedpur and others from different locations in Mayurbhanj district. Police have sent teams to different places in Odisha and outside to arrest all remaining accused persons, he said. 'I want to warn all sand mafias that no one will be spared, including thosewho made the conspiracy from behind the scene,' he said.
New Indian Express
04-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Odisha government assures rabi crop loss compensation to farmers
BHUBANESWAR: As the low pressure-induced pre-monsoon rains have caused significant damage to rabi crops in several districts, the state government on Tuesday said compensation will be provided to the affected farmers as early as possible. The crop loss situation was reviewed at a high-level meeting attended by deputy chief minister-cum-Agriculture minister KV Singh Deo, Revenue and Disaster Management minister Suresh Pujari and Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare minister Krushna Chandra Patra at Lok Seva Bhawan here. After the meeting, Pujari told mediapersons that instructions have been issued to all district collectors to send reports on crop damage within the next three to four days. He said reports have already started arriving from some of the districts. After assessment of the extent of damage, the government will send the reports to the insurance companies to pay the compensation to farmers covered under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
New Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Sital Sasthi concludes in Sambalpur
SAMBALPUR: As the week-long festival concluded on Monday afternoon with the divine couple's return to their respective temples, demand for the official recognition to Sambalpur Sital Sasthi festival grew stronger. BJD district president and former minister Rohit Pujari urged the Centre to grant the national recognition to the festival. 'Sital Sasthi is not merely a festival, it has evolved into a grand platform for promoting art and culture. It brings together diverse dance and music traditions from across India, giving them a distinct identity,' he said. Former chief minister Naveen Patnaik had approved financial grants for various Sital Sasthi committees, acknowledging the festival at the state level. It is now time for the central government to step in and grant it the national recognition it truly deserves, he added. This year, Revenue and Disaster Management minister Suresh Pujari and his wife assumed the ceremonial role of Goddess Parvati's parents on behalf of Jhaduapada Sasthi Committee, offering her hand in marriage to Lord Shiva. The tradition, originating in the 17th century at the Someswar Baba temple in Balibandha, now includes several temples across the city. The festival rituals, which began on May 27, transformed Sambalpur into a cultural and devotional hot spot. Around 8,000 artistes from across Odisha and other states performed in the vibrant carnival organised by Jharuapada, Nandapada, and Mudipada committees. The district administration deployed around 75 platoons of police to ensure safety and manage crowds, with devotees arriving from across western Odisha and neighbouring Chhattisgarh. Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Deputy CM KV Singhdeo and several other dignitaries attended the festivities on Sunday.
India Gazette
02-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Participates in Sital Sasthi Yatra in Sambalpur
Sambalpur (Odisha) [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan offered prayers and took part in the Sital Sasthi Yatra in Odisha's Sambalpur, and actively participated in the divine wedding procession of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The event followed the ceremonial wedding of the deities, which was performed the night before. It is one of Western Odisha's most culturally significant festivals. 'This is a city of spirituality and devotion. Sheetal Sasti has now become our identity. In the days to come, there will be more strength and energy in this celebration. It is our responsibility to carry it forward,' said Pradhan while addressing the gathering. He added, 'The entire city is celebrating Sheetal Sasti with great enthusiasm and devotion. For the past 34 days, thousands of devotees have been uniting with the divine. Today and tomorrow, this spiritual fervour will only grow, as members of Parliament and others will also join the celebrations.' The event marked the return journey of the divine couple to Lord Shiva's abode, following their ceremonial wedding the previous night. Amid a vibrant cultural atmosphere, Minister Pradhan joined thousands of devotees in celebrating this centuries-old tradition, known for its rich symbolism and community involvement. Odisha's Minister of Revenue and Disaster Management, Suresh Pujari, Minister of Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department, Rabi Narayan Naik, Sambalpur MLA and senior party leaders also witnessed the procession with Pradhan. Meanwhile, the Union Minister also inaugurated Krishi Bhawan on the occasion of Sital Sasthi. Speaking to mediapersons, Pradhan said, 'I thank the double-engine government in Odisha for undertaking many works for the benefit of the farmers in the last year... On top of the MSP increased by the central government on Kharif crops, Odisha also gives Rs 800 per quintal from its budget... No one has given so much subsidy, so much help to farmers after independence.' The Sital Sasthi Yatra is a significant cultural and religious festival in western Odisha, symbolising the divine marriage and fostering a spirit of unity, devotion, and cultural pride among the people. (ANI)
New Indian Express
01-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Divine wedding solemnised as part of Sital Sasthi, celebration in Sambalpur
SAMBALPUR: Thousands of people from across western Odisha converged at Sambalpur as the divine marriage of Lord Shiva with his consort Goddess Parvati was solemnised as part of the ongoing Sital Sasthi celebrations on Saturday.' While rituals of the week-long festival began on May 27, the ritualistic wedding was solemnised as per the Vedic rituals in small hours of Saturday. The city streets bustled with excitement as the temples were adorned for the festive occasion. The significance of the festival is that people perform the role of parents of Goddess Parvati and offer her hands to Lord Shiva. This year, Revenue and Disaster Management minister Suresh Pujari and his wife have taken on the responsibility as the parents of Parvati from Jhaduapada Sasthi Committee. In a magnificent procession, Lord Shiva departed from the city's temples and proceeded to the residence of the Parvati. The procession included local deities, senior residents of the area, and thousands of artists. 'The preparation for Sital Sasthi festival starts from the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya with 'Thala Utha' which marks the collection of funds for the festival. The festival begins with various rituals including Patrapendi (engagement) followed by Niuta (invitation) before the sacred marriage takes place,' said member of Mudipada Sita Sasthi Yatra committee, Jagadish Panda.
