Keonjhar (Kalinga Voice) : Chief Secretary Sri Suresh Chandra Mahapatra visited Keonjhar district and reviewed the implementation of the ongoing developmental works there with the Collector and concerned district-level officers.
Sri Mahapatra directed to develop nature and ecotourism in the district with the direct involvement of local communities in the development, maintenance and upkeep of the spots. He also directed to identify suitable sites for jungle safari and boating facilities with the active participation of local youth. Sri Mohapatra added, ” Such activities while creating new employment opportunities will directly boost economic activities in the district. The local community will develop a sense of belongingness with the forest and eco-systems, once they get earnings from those”.
Chief Secretary also reviewed the ground level progress of the irrigation projects, road works and national highway works. He directed the district administration to work out the plan for a series of mega lift projects for harnessing the existing irrigation potential of the district. Sri Mahapatra set timelines for the completion of each project.
Then, Chief Secretary Sri Mahapatra took a field-level review of the construction of the medical college at Keonjhar and set time limits for the completion of various phases of the project.
