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Odisha Govt initiates steps to strengthen Panchayati Raj system-CM Majhi

Puri, Apr 24 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that the state government is taking all necessary steps to strengthen the Panchayati Raj system.
Speaking at the National Panchayati Raj Day celebration, Majhi emphasized that infrastructure—such as electricity, roads, and water—is the top priority in rural areas. "We are giving importance to building all these infrastructures," he added.
To this end, the Chief Minister announced the 'Developed Village, Developed Odisha' initiative, with a target of providing drinking water to all villages by 2026.
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