Pradhan Slams Odisha Govt Over Deteriorating Healthcare Facilities, Law & Order Situation In State

Home

Odisha

Pradhan Slams Odisha Govt Over Deteriorating Healthcare Facilities, Law & Ord...

by Hemanta Pande

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday came down heavily on the Odisha government over the alleged deteriorating healthcare facilities and law & order situation in the State.

Cuttack, Jan 12: Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday came down heavily on the Odisha government over the alleged deteriorating healthcare facilities and law & order situation in the State.

Pradhan voiced his concerns while addressing the Yuva Sankalap Samabesh at Mahanga in Cuttack district.

Without taking the name of Odisha's former Law Minister Pratap Jena, Union Minister Pradhan said the prime accused in the Mahanga double murder case is still roaming free.

#WATCH | Union Minister #DharmendraPradhan takes on Mahanga MLA #PratapJena in his home turf, describes him as a 'savage' person#Odisha pic.twitter.com/RWld5Bi1DV — Argus News (@ArgusNews_in) January 12, 2024

Pradhan also alleged that half a dozen Ministers of the State government have charges of serious criminal cases against them. There is complete lawlessness in the state and the situation is turning from bad to worse day by day, he added.

The Union Minister also highlighted the "sorry state" of healthcare facilities in the State.

Citing the data of National Family Health Survey (NFHS), Pradhan said around 19% of newborns in the State are born with low birth weight while 31% of children are malnourished at birth.

Around 64% of children and 61% of pregnant women are suffering from anemia. As many as 16 districts have malnourishment rates below the national average and Nabarangpur topped on the list, Pradhan pointed out.

"There will be a storm in democracy...in EVMs & ballot papers in coming days... #NaveenPatnaik Government's achievements only confined to advertisements & hoardings...," says Union Minister #DharmendraPradhan at Yuva Sankalp Samabesh in #Mahanga Assembly constituency #Odisha pic.twitter.com/Wl0GCxDttg — Argus News (@ArgusNews_in) January 12, 2024

"We have to wake the State government as the concerned authorities are in a deep slumber," Pradhan said.

Read More Odisha News

Body Of A Youth Found In A Pool Of Blood In Balasore, Murder Suspected

by Manisha Das

Balasore, May 1: The body of a youth was found in a pool of blood on the roadside near Narada Chhaka in Chhanua village under Basta police station in Balasore district.

The deceased has been identified as Pruthviraj Patra (25), son of Manoj Kumar Patra of Chahapada village under Jagatpur police station in Cuttack district.

According to the information, the locals spotted the body lying on the roadside near a school in Chanua village. Following this, they immediately informed the police about the incident.

After receiving information about the incident, police reached the spot, seized the body, and sent it for an autopsy.

Preliminary investigation suggested that it was a case of murder as the youth had multiple severe injuries on his body.

The cops have initiated a probe into the matter.

More details are awaited.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends greetings on Gujarat's Statehood Day

by Manisha Das

Gandhinagar, May 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the people of Gujarat on the occasion of Gujarat's Statehood Day.

Taking to his official X handle, the Prime Minister tweeted, "On this auspicious occasion of Gujarat's Statehood Day, we remember the rich cultural heritage, remarkable achievements, and vibrant spirit of the people of Gujarat."

He also wished the state prosperity and added, "May the state continue to flourish, prosper, and inspire generations with its ethos of entrepreneurship, resilience, and inclusive development. My best wishes to the people of Gujarat."

In another tweet, PM Modi said, "Greetings on Gujarat Sthapana Diwas. Gujarat has made a mark due to its all-round progress as well as its unique culture. I pray that the state continues to scale new heights of development in the times ahead."

Meanwhile, Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his wishes on Gujarat's Statehood Day and tweeted, "Best wishes to all Gujaratis on the occasion of Gujarat Foundation Day."

Lauding Gujarat, Shah said that the state is popular for its rich culture and is playing a significant role in the development of the country.

"Famous for its rich culture, generous hospitality, and natural beauty, Gujarat has made an unforgettable contribution to the unification of the country, right from the independence movement. Today, Gujarat is making an important contribution to the development of the country with its hard work, dedication, and cooperation. On the foundation day, I wish the best progress and all-round development to the sisters and brothers of Gujarat," he tweeted.

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya who is contesting from Porbandar in the Lok Sabha elections also wished the people of the state on the occasion.

"My Gujarat, Proud Gujarat" Where there is devotion to Somnath Mahadev and Dwarkadhish, this stream has the power to change history. Not only the people, there is a sense of positivity in every particle here, that's why Gujarat is the land of choice for people from all over the world. Best wishes on Gujarat Foundation Day," he posted on X.

Gujarat Foundation Day or Gujarat Sthapana Divas is celebrated every year on May 1. Two states, Maharashtra and Gujarat, were created after the partition of Bombay based on language in 1960.

(ANI)

IPL 2024: MI skipper Hardik Pandya fined for maintaining slow over-rate against LSG

by Manisha Das

Lucknow, May 1: Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya was fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

In the game, the Mumbai-based franchise conceded a four-wicket defeat against Lucknow. MI are in the ninth spot with three wins, seven losses and six points.

"Hardik Pandya, Captain, Mumbai Indians has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 48 of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on April 30, 2024," IPL stated in a statement.

It added that Hardik was fined Rs 24 lakhs since it was MI's second offence of maintaining a slow over-rate in the ongoing season. Meanwhile, the rest of the cricketers from the MI playing eleven were fined Rs 6 lakhs or 25 per cent of match fees.

"As it was his team's second offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offences, Pandya was fined INR 24 Lac. The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either INR 6 Lac or 25 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser," it added.

Summarizing the game, LSG won the toss and opted to field first. Mumbai Indians could not get going from the start, losing four wickets for 27 runs within the powerplay itself. Nehal Wadhera (46), Ishan Kishan (32) and Tim David (35*) tried their best but could take their side to just 144/7 in their 20 overs.

Mohsin Khan (2/36) was the pick of the bowlers for LSG, while Marcus Stoinis, Mayank Yadav, Naveen ul Haq and Stoinis got a wicket each.

In the run-chase of 145 runs, LSG also faced a hard challenge from MI bowlers and lost wickets at regular intervals. Stoinis' knock of 62 in 45 balls, with seven fours and two sixes proved to be just enough to take LSG to a four-wicket win with four balls and four wickets left.