Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates ₹62 crore development projects in Talcher

Sambalpur MP and former education minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated development projects worth Rs 62 crore in Talcher, Angul district, on Sunday, 17th August 2026. The event was reported by Express News Service. It was updated at 8:09 AM on the same day. He said the development of roads should be given priority. He said the development of education should be given priority. He said the development of healthcare should be given priority. He said the development of agriculture should be given priority. He said the development of infrastructure should be given priority. He said the Angul administration should prepare a comprehensive plan for the overall development of Talcher. He said Talcher is one of India’s major sources of power. He stated that the development of Talcher would contribute to the development of the state. He stated that the development of Talcher would contribute to the development of the country. He said the development of roads should be given priority. He said the development of education should be given priority.

What did Pradhan say about local benefits and environment?

He stressed the need to ensure that local people benefit from industries operating in the region. He stressed the need to ensure that local people benefit from factories operating in the region. He stressed the need to prioritise employment opportunities for local youths. Referring to acute pollution and environmental degradation in the region, he urged the local administration to take appropriate remedial measures. Referring to acute pollution and environmental degradation in the region, he appealed to people to plant as many trees as possible. He said efforts would also be made to set up an art college at Rani park. He said efforts would also be made to set up a zoo at Rani park. He said the great Prajamandal movement continues to provide an enduring inspiration for patriotism. He said the contribution of freedom fighter Pabitra Mohan Pradhan continues to provide an enduring inspiration for patriotism.

Who attended the inauguration event?

Among others, Dhenkanal MP Rudra Narayan Pany was present. Among others, Talcher MLA Braja Kishore Pradhan was present. Among others, Angul collector Abdaal Akhtar was present. Among others, SP Rahul Jain was present. Among others, Talcher sub-collector Ashish Sahu was present.

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