Odisha Tourism Secretary visits Nuapada, Balangir to assess grassroots tourism readiness
Odisha Tourism Secretary Balwant Singh visited Nuapada and Balangir to review on-ground readiness and engage local stakeholders on tourism development.
Odisha Tourism Secretary Shri Balwant Singh visited Nuapada and Balangir districts to assess grassroots readiness for tourism development. During his tour, he reviewed infrastructure projects and engaged with local stakeholders. In Balangir, Shri Singh received a memorandum submitted on behalf of Shri Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, MLA Balangir, highlighting the immense potential of Western Odisha’s natural landscapes and calling for the comprehensive development of the Arda and Gadadwar waterfalls. The memorandum urged state authorities to officially designate these scenic sites, along with the adjacent villages of Budhadangar and Kudasingha, as recognized tourist destinations. Beyond putting Bolangir’s scenic spots and historic heritage on the national and state tourism maps, the initiative focuses on creating sustainable livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities for local youth and women in hospitality, eco-tourism, and handicrafts. Prior to his engagement in Balangir, Shri Singh carried out a thorough review in Nuapada district, where he directed administrative officials to accelerate foundational hospitality infrastructure. Emphasizing the need for quality accommodations and food services, he advised officials to identify suitable land parcels for establishing modern hotels, restaurants, and supporting tourism facilities. During project review meetings, Shri Singh mandated that ongoing infrastructure initiatives be closely monitored to ensure timely execution. He laid strong emphasis on tourist safety, clean and hygienic environments, and elevated operational standards at wayside amenity centers across major transit corridors. Through these targeted district tours and direct community dialogues, the Tourism Department under Shri Singh’s leadership is laying down a comprehensive blueprint to elevate Odisha’s hospitality ecosystem from the ground up. Nuapada District Collector, Shri Madhusudan Das was happy to receive the advise of Secretary Tourism and promised to act accordingly.
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Who visited Nuapada and Balangir districts to review tourism readiness?
Odisha Tourism Secretary Shri Balwant Singh visited Nuapada and Balangir districts to review on-ground readiness and engage local stakeholders.
What did the memorandum submitted in Balangir request regarding Arda and Gadadwar waterfalls?
The memorandum urged state authorities to officially designate Arda and Gadadwar waterfalls and adjacent villages Budhadangar and Kudasingha as recognized tourist destinations.
Which MLA was the memorandum submitted on behalf of during the Balangir visit?
The memorandum was submitted on behalf of Shri Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, MLA Balangir.
What specific infrastructure did Shri Singh advise officials to identify land for in Nuapada district?
Shri Singh advised officials to identify suitable land parcels for establishing modern hotels, restaurants, and supporting tourism facilities in Nuapada.
What did Shri Singh emphasize during project review meetings regarding ongoing infrastructure initiatives?
Shri Singh mandated that ongoing infrastructure initiatives be closely monitored to ensure timely execution, with emphasis on tourist safety, clean environments, and elevated operational standards.
Who is the Nuapada District Collector who received Shri Singh’s advice and promised to act accordingly?
Nuapada District Collector Shri Madhusudan Das received the advice and promised to act accordingly.
The memorandum aimed to create sustainable livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities in hospitality, eco-tourism, and handicrafts for local youth and women.
Suresh Sahu
Senior District Correspondent, Balangir
Suresh Sahu has reported on Balangir district for the Mirror since 2020, focusing on drought-relief policy, health infrastructure, and district politics.
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