Koraput: Top Mandarin VK Pandian has directed the District Administration of Koraput to prepare a Master Plan for development of Shree Jagannath Temple Complex(Sabar Srikshetra).
Secretary to CM Shri Pandian, an ardent devotee of Lord Jagannath also asked the Priests of shree Jagannath Temple to assist the District Administration officials in this regard.
Special Secretary to CM R Vineel Krishna and other senior officials were present during the Meeting.
Shri Pandian also asked officials to expedite the Jhanjavati minor irrigation project at Narayanpatna Block.
Shri Pandian, who visited the district also discussed with officials about the progress of the Jhanjhavati Dam and asked them to expedite the tender process.
He advised the Land Acquisition Officer to take up land acquisition with immediate effect.
Shree Pandian said that the dam and the consequent irrigation programs will have a life-changing impact on the people of Bandhugan and Narayanpatna.
The dam is likely to transform the socio-economic landscape of the area.
Shri Pandian, then visited SSD School at Dandabadi and Odisha Adarsh Vidyalaya (OAV) at Pachingi and interacted with students and teachers.
CM Secretary inquired about facilities available for the students.
He then inspected developmental works at OAV and inspired the students to aim big in life.
Shri Pandian assured them of full support from the government.
He also visited the Deomali peak in Patangi Block and interacted with local SHG groups operating cafes and advised them to ensure quality and hygiene.
He also oversaw the ongoing work for an Eco Resort and asked the officials to ensure timely completion.
Secretary to CM also asked the District Administration to work on developing adventure sports and renewable energy sources on the hill top with the State Government support.