Odisha Government Awards Monthly Honorarium to Padma Honorees

The Odisha government has declared a monthly honorarium of Rs 30,000 for all state-based Padma awardees. This decision by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will benefit 55 awardees and result in an additional state expense of Rs 2 crore yearly.

In a notable move, the Odisha government has initiated a monthly honorarium of Rs 30,000 for its Padma award recipients, as confirmed by a release from the Chief Minister's Office.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's decision is set to benefit 55 awardees, recognizing their significant contributions and providing financial support.

This program symbolizes the state's commitment to honoring its esteemed citizens, with an expected additional financial outlay of Rs 2 crore annually.

(With inputs from agencies.)