"Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra accuses the BJD government of giving false assurances to women in Odisha."
The former BJD government's schemes were carried out by middlemen who embezzled funds, leaving the intended beneficiaries without their benefits, according to the minister.
Arpit Pattnaik
The previous BJD government, during its 24-year rule in the state, gave false assurances to women and played with their emotions. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra made these remarks at an event marking the 16th International Literacy Day, organized by Maa Ambika Women’s Federation. He stated that no steps were taken by the BJD government to ensure the welfare and development of women in the state. Several schemes meant for women were executed by middlemen who misappropriated funds, leaving the intended beneficiaries deprived of their benefits.
The minister highlighted the Subhadra Yojana as a flagship initiative for the welfare of women. He further criticized the previous government's implementation of the 5T principle, alleging misappropriation of funds amounting to crores. He described the 5T as five Tangias (a sharp weapon) and mentioned that anybody raising concerns about the principle was silenced.
Mahapatra emphasized that the BJP government has planned several initiatives for the development of women, with the Subhadra Yojana being a prime example. He also mentioned plans to enhance the capacity of the convention hall in Baripada town from 1,500 to 2,000.
The minister stated that he has directed officers of his department to visit Baripada, Rairangpur, Udala, and Karanjia to inspect ongoing development work. Mayurbhanj MP Naba Charan Majhi also spoke on the state government’s initiatives for the welfare of women.
In attendance were President of Maa Ambika Women’s Federation Sabitri Rout, social worker Sarat Chandra Nayak, District Education Officer Purnachandra Sethy, District Information and Public Relations Officer (DIPRO) Abinash Azad Pani, along with other members of the organization.
