Bhubaneswar: The Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department on Wednesday organised a State-level urban public relations and citizen participation programme at Town Hall of Puri Municipal Corporation, highlighting Odisha’s urban development achievements and strengthening citizen engagement in governance.
The event was attended by Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, who launched the department’s special publication, “Vikashara Dhara, Odisha Sara” (Double Growth in Two Years), documenting the progress made across Odisha’s urban sector over the past two years.
The publication showcases key initiatives and achievements in areas such as urban infrastructure, sanitation, drinking water supply, affordable housing, urban mobility, citizen-centric services, and social welfare programmes. It provides an overview of the government’s efforts to develop inclusive, resilient, and future-ready urban centres across the state.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mahapatra stressed the importance of effective public communication and citizen participation in driving sustainable urban development. He said that meaningful urban transformation can only be achieved when citizens actively engage in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of development projects.
The Minister highlighted the government’s commitment to improving the quality of life in urban areas through better infrastructure, enhanced service delivery, and people-centric governance initiatives.
The programme was attended by senior officials of the Housing & Urban Development Department, representatives of urban local bodies, elected representatives, and citizens from different parts of the state.
Among others, Puri MLA Sunil Kumar Mohanty, Additional Chief Secretary to Govt, Housing & Urban Development Department Usha Padhee, Director of Municipal Administration Arindam Dakua; and Commissioner of Puri Municipal Corporation Sneha Orugula were present.
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