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Odisha CM launches Vikas Bahan Yatra to connect people with govt schemes

Bhubaneswar, June 12 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday launched the state-level Vikas Bahan Yatra, aimed at connecting people with various government programmes and schemes.
The initiative, organised by the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department, marks the completion of one year of the state government under Majhi’s leadership.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the "double-engine government" in Odisha is moving at double speed, striving to fulfill the hopes and aspirations of the people. “A hallmark of our government is its continuous effort to connect with the citizens,” he stated.
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