Odisha's Gramodaya: A Path to Progress in LWE Areas

The Odisha government unveiled 'Gramodaya,' a scheme to improve welfare program reach in Left Wing Extremism-affected districts. Covering 583 villages in ten districts, the initiative aims for departmental convergence, without additional budget, under rigorous monitoring. Grassroots involvement and a new LWE dashboard enhance implementation efforts.

The Odisha government has introduced 'Gramodaya,' a new scheme aimed at ensuring welfare programs effectively reach residents in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected districts, according to an official.

The initiative encompasses 583 villages across ten districts, as announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi after a meeting of LWE-affected states, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.

The plan focuses on departmental convergence for development in LWE areas, supported by a monitoring committee, without a special budget allocation. A new LWE dashboard and grassroots engagement will aid implementation.

(With inputs from agencies.)