Snehalata Bariha
District Correspondent, Bargarh
Snehalata Bariha covers Bargarh's paddy-belt agriculture, farmer welfare schemes, and the Dhanuyatra festival beat from her base in Bargarh town.
Articles by Snehalata Bariha

Balijhudi Market Preserves Odisha Handloom Traditions Through Direct Sales
Bargarh's Balijhudi market becomes a hub for Odisha's weavers to sell handwoven ikats directly, bypassing middlemen and preserving traditional craftsmanship.

Expired medicine issued at Bargarh CHC, inquiry ordered
Expired Cefpodoxime issued to 15-year-old Mukesh Sahu at Bargarh CHC caused dizziness and vomiting; CDMO orders inquiry.

Doctor assaulted with stool inside Bargarh CHC, accused arrested
Doctor Sudipta Rout suffered a deep head wound after being allegedly struck with a wooden stool by Gurmeet Singh inside Bargarh Community Health Centre.

Bijepur logs Odisha's highest rain at 315 mm as west drenches
Bijepur in Bargarh district recorded Odisha's highest rainfall of 315 mm in 24 hours as western districts faced intense downpour.

Farmer Leaders Detained in Bargarh Ahead of Deputy CM's Visit
Farmer leaders detained in Bargarh ahead of Deputy CM KV Singh Deo's visit, sparking controversy over paddy procurement issues.

Odisha Man Runs Old Age Home with Earnings from Marigold Farming
Jalandhar Patel runs an old age home in Odisha's Bargarh district using earnings from marigold farming.

Doctor Assaulted in Bargarh Hospital: Grievous Injuries, Arrests Follow
An on-duty doctor in Bargarh faced a violent assault at the Community Health Centre, leaving him with critical injuries. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted urgent security crackdowns.

Bargarh Hospital Assault: Doctor Hospitalized After Patient Attack – Safety Concerns Rise
A routine blood pressure check at the Bargarh Community Health Centre turned into a horrific scene when a patient, intoxicated at the time, assaulted a doctor with a stool, leaving him with severe head injuries. The incident highlights growing concerns about the safety of healthcare professionals in Odisha’s rice bowl district.

Doctor Attacked with Wooden Stool at Bargarh's Baragada CHC
A doctor at Bargarh's Baragada Community Health Centre sustained serious head injuries after being assaulted by a patient during a routine check-up.

Bargarh: Dhanu Yatra, Nrusinghanath & Pasapali Weaves
Bargarh — the Rice Bowl of Odisha — hosts Dhanu Yatra, the world's largest open-air theatre, alongside Nrusinghanath temple and Pasapali handlooms.

Students Flee Hostel Amid Alleged Assault at Bargarh's JNV Paikmal
Twenty-seven Class VII students at Bargarh's PM-SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya have left their hostels after parents alleged they were assaulted by senior students, sparking an investigation and calls for systemic change.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Gifts: A Global Showcase of Indian Artisanal Excellence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent international visits have spotlighted India's artisanal heritage, with meticulously curated gifts combining Odisha's handloom elegance and tribal artistry to global leaders.

Weaving Heritage: Barpali's Sambalpuri Sarees Shine on the Global Stage
In the heart of Odisha's Bargarh district, Barpali is home to a thriving community of weavers who keep the Sambalpuri saree tradition alive, earning national and international acclaim.

Doctor Suffers Severe Injuries After Patient Attack at Bargarh CHC
A violent incident at Bargarh Community Health Centre has left a doctor with severe injuries, raising questions about patient behavior and healthcare worker safety in the region.

Bargarh Doctor Assaulted: CCTV Reveals Treatment Delay Tragedy
A violent confrontation at a Bargarh Community Health Centre has left a doctor seriously injured, captured in chilling detail on CCTV. The incident stems from a reported delay in treatment, escalating into a physical assault and prompting a police investigation.

Barpali Railway Station Reborn: Modernization and Call for Express Train Halts
A ₹22.28 crore overhaul of Barpali Railway Station has transformed it into a modern hub, but residents now demand more express trains to halt at the station, citing economic and social benefits.

