US Iran War / Odisha Govt Forms Working Group Amid Middle East Crisis, Issues 24‑Hr Toll‑Free Helpline
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Key Points
- Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed officials to review preparedness, with Chief Secretary Anu Garg chairing a meeting attended by senior state officials including the DGP, Intelligence Director, and Labour Commissioner.
- A dedicated working group has been formed involving the Odisha Paribar Directorate, Home Department, Labour Directorate, and migrant welfare agencies.
- The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a 24-hour toll-free number (800-46342) and a WhatsApp helpline (+971543090571) to assist Odia migrants in affected regions, ensuring direct communication and support.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 3: In view of the escalating war situation in the Middle East, the Odisha government has moved into action, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directing officials to ensure the safety of Odia migrants.
A high‑level meeting will be held on Tuesday evening to review preparedness and coordinate support measures.
The meeting will emphasise close monitoring of Odia citizens living in affected regions.
The Ministry of External Affairs has already issued a 24‑hour toll‑free helpline (800‑46342) and a WhatsApp number (+971543090571) for assistance.
To strengthen outreach, the state has formed a dedicated working group involving the Odisha Paribar Directorate, the Home Department, Labour Directorate, and agencies engaged in migrant welfare. Senior officer Pratish Panda has been appointed as nodal officer to provide information and assistance.
Top officials including Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hemant Sharma, DGP Y.B. Khurania, Intelligence Director R.P. Koche, Odisha Mo Paribar Director Vijayaketan Upadhyay, and Labour Commissioner Indramani Tripathy attended the meeting.
Also Read: US Urges Citizens To Leave Middle East Amid Escalating Tensions
The government reiterated its commitment to safeguard Odia migrants and assured families that proactive steps are being taken to address any emergency arising from the conflict.
A high‑level meeting will be held on Tuesday evening to review preparedness and coordinate support measures.
The meeting will emphasise close monitoring of Odia citizens living in affected regions.
The Ministry of External Affairs has already issued a 24‑hour toll‑free helpline (800‑46342) and a WhatsApp number (+971543090571) for assistance.
To strengthen outreach, the state has formed a dedicated working group involving the Odisha Paribar Directorate, the Home Department, Labour Directorate, and agencies engaged in migrant welfare. Senior officer Pratish Panda has been appointed as nodal officer to provide information and assistance.
Top officials including Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hemant Sharma, DGP Y.B. Khurania, Intelligence Director R.P. Koche, Odisha Mo Paribar Director Vijayaketan Upadhyay, and Labour Commissioner Indramani Tripathy attended the meeting.
Also Read: US Urges Citizens To Leave Middle East Amid Escalating Tensions
The government reiterated its commitment to safeguard Odia migrants and assured families that proactive steps are being taken to address any emergency arising from the conflict.
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