Dharmendra Pradhan lays foundation for Rs 135 crore eco-resort in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Nov 11 (UNI) A Rs 135-crore five-star eco-resort is set to come up near Tikarpada in Angul district's Satkosia region, with former union Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan laying its foundation stone on Wednesday in a bid to tap the region's tourism potential. The resort, 'Surjyabana', promoted by Surya Hospitality Group, will be developed on 30 acres of private land, around 18 km from Tikarpada, and is expected to be completed within two-and-a-half years. Pradhan said the project should boost the local economy and create employment opportunities for youths. An open training laboratory will also be set up…