**Executive Summary**
This report summarizes the Prime Minister’s address on June 20, 2026, marking the completion of two years of the Government of Odisha. The address highlights the inauguration of development projects worth ₹47,000 crore and the designation of Pahadpur as a "Surya Gram" (Solar Village). Key upcoming milestones include International Yoga Day on June 21 and long-term economic goals for Odisha’s centenary in 2036.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Infrastructural and Economic Development**
* Inauguration of development projects worth approximately ₹47,000 crore focusing on power, roads, railways, health, and education.
* Implementation of the "Utkarsh Odisha" campaign to attract investments, which has already received proposals worth nearly ₹20 lakh crore.
* Investment of over ₹6,000 crore in the power sector and acceleration of urban development under the Samruddha Shahara Yojana.
* Expansion of ports, economic corridors, and modern industries including semiconductors and green energy.
* **Social Welfare and Agriculture**
* Setting the paddy procurement price for farmers at ₹3,100 per quintal.
* Provision of financial assistance to over one crore women through the Subhadra Yojana.
* Implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme to provide Odisha’s families with access to hospital treatment nationwide.
* **Tribal Upliftment and Education**
* Launch of the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan to provide health, education, and housing in tribal regions.
* Deployment of the PM Janman Abhiyan to reach the most backward tribal groups directly at their doorsteps.
* Approval of 750 Eklavya Model Schools and a new Navodaya Vidyalaya in Mayurbhanj to enhance educational facilities.
* Introduction of the Madho Singh Haat Kharcha Yojana to provide financial support to tribal students.
* **Energy and Health Initiatives**
* Transformation of Pahadpur village into a "Surya Gram" (Solar Village) to provide households with free solar electricity and income from surplus power.
* Distribution of over four crore health cards under a nationwide campaign to combat sickle cell anaemia.
* Delivery of clean drinking water to households under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
* **Cultural and Civic Milestones**
* Opening of all four gates of the Shrimandir (Jagannath Temple) for devotees.
* Commendation of the "Swachhta Se Swagat" cleanliness campaign in Odisha.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Residents of Pahadpur**
**Impact**
Residents will transition to a solar-powered economy, gaining access to free electricity and the opportunity to generate income by selling surplus power.
**Action Required**
Households must prepare for the rapid installation and adoption of solar power generation infrastructure.
**Stakeholder: Farmers in Odisha**
**Impact**
Farmers will experience increased financial stability due to higher guaranteed prices for their crops.
**Action Required**
Farmers should participate in the government’s paddy procurement process to avail of the ₹3,100 per quintal rate.
**Stakeholder: Tribal Communities and Students**
**Impact**
Increased access to specialized healthcare, dedicated scholarships, and improved educational infrastructure through Eklavya and Navodaya schools.
**Action Required**
Families should utilize the Ayushman cards for free treatment and ensure students are enrolled in the provided scholarship and school programs.
**Stakeholder: Women in Odisha**
**Impact**
Over one crore women will receive direct financial assistance, enhancing their economic independence.
**Action Required**
Eligible beneficiaries should ensure registration under the Subhadra Yojana to receive financial transfers.
**Stakeholder: Industrial Investors**
**Impact**
Investors benefit from a favorable environment and significant state spending on infrastructure and the power sector.
**Action Required**
Investors are encouraged to engage with the "Utkarsh Odisha" initiative to finalize investment proposals.
Key Entities Referenced
Subhadra Yojana: A state-level financial assistance scheme that has provided support to over one crore women in Odisha.
Utkarsh Odisha: An investment campaign and initiative focused on attracting major industries and capital, receiving proposals worth nearly ₹20 lakh crore.
Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan: A national initiative launched to provide comprehensive development and essential facilities to tribal regions.
PM Janman Abhiyan: A program specifically targeting the most backward tribal groups for direct government outreach and upliftment.
Pahadpur, Mayurbhanj: The central location of the address, designated to be developed as a 'Surya Gram' (Solar Village) for household solar power generation.
Prime Minister's Office
English rendering of PM’s address on the
occasion of the completion of two years of the
Government of Odisha
Posted On: 20 JUN 2026 5:01PM by PIB Delhi
Honourable President Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji, Governor Shri Hari Babu Ji, the popular Chief Minister
here Shri Mohan Charan Majhi Ji, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo Ji, Smt. Pravati
Parida Ji, Odisha Minister Shri Ganesh Singh Khuntia Ji, Shri Krishna Chandra Mahapatra Ji, Member of
Parliament Shri Naba Charan Majhi Ji, Shri Manmohan Samal Ji, Shri Baijayant Panda Ji, other
distinguished dignitaries, brothers and sisters.
Our Odisha is these days immersed in the joy of celebrations. The Raja festival was celebrated with great
enthusiasm just last week. Preparations for the Rath Yatra of Mahaprabhu Jagannath Ji are also
progressing with full fervour. There is great excitement regarding the Baripada Rath Yatra in Mayurbhanj
as well.
And amidst all this, the festival of democracy and development is also being celebrated. The BJP
Government in Odisha has completed two years in office. On this occasion, the opportunity to come
among all of you, the privilege of visiting Mayurbhanj, and your presence here in such large numbers
make this occasion very special for me.
Your affection draws me back here again and again. I heartily congratulate all of you. I also extend my
greetings and best wishes to the people of Odisha on the development journey under the double-engine
government.
On this occasion, I also pay tribute to eminent personalities such as Pandit Raghunath Murmu Ji, Dr.
Damayanti Besra Ji, and Shri Charan Hembrom Ji. Raghunath Murmu Ji created the Ol Chiki script for the
Santali language. Our Government has presented the Constitution of India in the Santali language. Sons
and daughters of Odisha have been honoured with Padma Awards. Over the past two years, the Odisha
Government has also been working day and night to fulfil the dreams of all these great personalities.
Friends,
Today's occasion is special for another reason as well, because the Honourable President, the daughter of
Odisha who was raised on the soil of Mayurbhanj, is present among us today. Today is also her birthday.
I extend my heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to President Droupadi Murmu Ji. I pray for her
long life and good health. I offer prayers at the feet of Lord Jagannath. It is a matter of immense pride for
all of us that Odisha's daughter has reached such a high office in the country and is guiding us.
The President's personality, her generous and compassionate nature, and her unwavering dedication to
serving the nation and society have enhanced the identity not only of Mayurbhanj but of the whole of
Odisha. On this occasion, I especially congratulate her.
Friends,When this programme was planned, the original reason was logistical. Discussions about my visit here had
been going on for a long time, but schedules never matched. When International Yoga Day was scheduled
in Kolkata on 21 June, I thought that since it was also Bengal Day, I could visit Mayurbhanj in the
morning and attend the Kolkata programme in the evening. That is how 20 June was decided.
But some things are governed by divine blessings. And so a fortunate coincidence occurred today—that it
is also the President's birthday, and I got the opportunity to visit her village and convey my greetings
personally.
Friends,
Today I also visited Pahadpur along with the President. I visited the school built by her for the children of
this region. I had the opportunity to spend some memorable moments with the children.
I was observing the brightness on the faces of the children and the warmth and affection of the President.
There, I did not feel that any child thought that the President had come. Every child felt that their mother
had come.
Those children are truly fortunate. The poor, deprived and tribal children of this region are receiving
inspiration and gaining the confidence to do something great for the country.
I am grateful to the President for giving me the opportunity to go through these experiences today. In a
way, this day became a day of learning for me, a day of education.
Friends,
I would also like to inform you of a decision of the Government. Pahadpur village will now be rapidly
developed as a Surya Gram, a Solar Village.
That means every household here will generate solar power. We can proudly say that this is the same
Odisha where Konark is known for its Sun Temple, and similarly Pahadpur will become known as a Surya
Gram. My effort will be to ensure that work in this direction begins immediately so that the entire village
is recognised as a Solar Village. Through this initiative, the people of Pahadpur will receive free solar
electricity, and any surplus power generated will also increase their income.
Friends,
The two years of the double-engine government in Odisha have been historic in many ways. Under the
leadership of Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi Ji, Odisha is today moving rapidly on the path of
development. Here, the lives of ordinary people are changing through welfare schemes for the poor.
Odisha today is demonstrating the capacity to attract investment and industries through growing economic
activity. Rapid efforts are being made to create new employment opportunities.
Friends,
The vision of the Central Government is: India's development through the development of Eastern India.
That is why we are working on the policy of Purvodaya. The Eastern India that was turned into a symbol
of backwardness during the Congress era is today becoming the gateway to progress. Odisha itself is
witnessing this transformation.
Friends,
Odisha has the sea, mineral wealth, agricultural strength, and above all, talented youth. We are working
together to fully utilize this potential. That is why Odisha is witnessing record investment in railway
infrastructure today. New roads and economic corridors are being built. Ports are being expanded.
Investments are coming into energy, semiconductors, green energy, and modern industries.Even today, many important projects related to Odisha's development have been inaugurated and
foundation stones laid. Approximately ₹47,000 crore will be spent on these projects. These projects
related to power, roads, railways, health, and education will greatly benefit all of you. I heartily
congratulate the people of Odisha on these projects.
Friends,
Our Government is transforming Odisha's resources into Odisha's opportunities. Campaigns such as
Utkarsh Odisha are being undertaken to attract major investments and establish new industries in the state.
Under this initiative, investment proposals worth nearly ₹20 lakh crore have already been received. Work
is also underway on several mega projects worth more than ₹3.5 lakh crore.
To create a favourable environment for industries, attention is being given to the overall development of
Odisha. More than ₹6,000 crore is being invested in the power sector. Urban development is being
accelerated under the Samruddha Shahara Yojana. In the coming years, we will see the results of these
efforts.
Friends,
A major characteristic of the double-engine government is that it reaches the people itself. Our effort is to
ensure that ordinary citizens do not have to make unnecessary rounds to resolve their problems. As a result
of these efforts, the aspirations of youth, women, farmers, and common citizens are being fulfilled today.
Consider this: a decision has been taken to provide farmers ₹3,100 per quintal for paddy procurement.
Through the Subhadra Yojana, financial assistance has reached more than one crore mothers and sisters.
By implementing Ayushman Bharat, the path has been opened for Odisha's families to receive treatment in
hospitals across the country. To ensure that tribal students do not have to discontinue their education, the
Madho Singh Haat Kharcha Yojana has been launched.
Respecting the sentiments of the devotees of Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath Ji, all four gates of the
Shrimandir have been opened for devotees. With the strength of the double-engine government,
development is now being ensured in all directions.
Friends,
I have also received information about the special cleanliness campaign that was carried out here in recent
days. I saw on social media that the cleanliness campaign had become a major topic of discussion
—"Swachhta Se Swagat". I highly appreciate this initiative of Odisha, and I express my satisfaction and
appreciation to the citizens, the Government, and the Chief Minister for this commendable effort.
Friends,
Cleanliness should be a part of our lifestyle; it should become a daily habit. I heartily congratulate
everyone associated with the cleanliness campaign.
Friends,
I have spent an important period of my life working as a volunteer in tribal regions. The Honourable
President herself has spent many years facing challenges in such areas. You and I both know that basic
facilities did not easily reach tribal regions. Therefore, our Government has given very high priority to
tribal development. To connect such areas with essential facilities, we launched the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya
Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan. Under this initiative, departments related to health, education, roads, and housing
are working together for comprehensive development so that the difficulties faced by people living there
can be removed.Similarly, the PM Janman Abhiyan is the result of discussions with and guidance from the Honourable
President. It is specifically meant for those tribal groups that have remained the most backward even
within the tribal community. The Government is now itself reaching these tribal communities, going
directly to their villages and doorsteps.
Friends,
For the upliftment of the tribal community, we are connecting tribal youth with educational and
employment opportunities. To provide better educational facilities to these children, nearly 500 Eklavya
Model Schools have been opened across the country. Around 750 Eklavya schools have been approved. At
the pre-matric and post-matric levels, scholarships worth hundreds of crores of rupees have been provided
to more than 1.5 crore tribal children. I am also pleased to inform you that approval has been granted for
the establishment of another Navodaya Vidyalaya here in Mayurbhanj.
Friends,
Due to living in remote areas, tribal communities have also suffered from health-related challenges.
Diseases such as sickle cell anaemia have been a major challenge. We launched a nationwide campaign
against these diseases, distributed more than four crore health cards, and provided Ayushman cards to
crores of tribal beneficiaries for free treatment.
Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, clean drinking water is being delivered to every household. Today, we can
see the results of these efforts.
The tribal community is emerging from difficulties that persisted for decades and is becoming a part of the
mainstream of development.
Friends,
In the coming years, two important milestones lie before us. In 2036, Odisha will complete 100 years of
its formation. In 2047, India will complete 100 years of independence. That means Odisha and the nation
share the same direction and the same goal. If Odisha's economy becomes stronger, India will become
stronger. I have full confidence in Odisha's potential. Together, we must take Odisha to new heights of
development.
Friends,
Tomorrow, 21 June, International Yoga Day will also be celebrated. Odisha, the land of knowledge and
yoga, has long had yoga as a part of its cultural ethos. From the soil of Odisha, I call upon the entire nation
and people across the world to participate in Yoga Day in the largest possible numbers. Once again, I
congratulate all of you on today's occasion and on these development projects. I especially express my
gratitude to the Honourable President for allowing me to visit the land of her work and service along with
her.
Once again, I extend my heartfelt birthday wishes to her.
Thank you very much.
Jai Jagannath!
Jai Jagannath!
Jai Jagannath!
DISCLAIMER -This is the approximate translation of Prime Minister's Speech. Original Speech was
delivered in Hindi.***
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