1.

Education: Mo School Abhiyan

o This initiative focuses on the development of school infrastructure and improving
educational outcomes by encouraging alumni and community participation in the
management and development of schools (PRS Legislative Research).
2. Healthcare: Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY)
o Aimed at providing universal health coverage, this scheme offers free healthcare
services to residents of Odisha in public health facilities and empanelled private
hospitals (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
3. Agriculture: KALIA (Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation)
o This scheme supports farmers with financial assistance for crop cultivation, livelihood
support for landless households, and insurance coverage for the farming community
(PRS Legislative Research).
4. Employment: MUKTA (Mukhyamantri Karma Tatpara Abhiyan)
o This urban wage employment initiative aims to provide employment opportunities for
urban poor and migrant workers through the creation of public infrastructure (Free Jobs
Alert Odisha).
5. Women's Empowerment: Mission Shakti
o Mission Shakti aims to empower women through the formation and strengthening of
women’s self-help groups (SHGs), providing them with financial assistance, training, and
livelihood opportunities (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
6. Youth Empowerment: SWAYAM Scheme
o This scheme offers interest-free loans to youth aged 18-35 to promote entrepreneurship
and self-employment, aiming to boost economic independence among young people
(Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. Social Security: Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY)
o A social security scheme providing financial assistance to elderly, disabled, and widows
in the state to ensure their well-being and economic security (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
8. Water and Sanitation: Jal Jivan Mission (JJM)
o Odisha is implementing this centrally sponsored scheme to provide functional
household tap connections (FHTCs) in rural areas, ensuring safe and adequate drinking
water supply to every household (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
9. Infrastructure Development: Biju Setu Yojana
o This scheme focuses on the construction of bridges in rural areas to improve
connectivity and promote economic activities by linking remote and inaccessible areas
with mainstream markets (PRS Legislative Research).
 10. Financial Inclusion: Biju Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana
o This scheme provides free laptops to meritorious students who have passed the higher
secondary examination, aiming to promote digital literacy and enhance educational
opportunities (PRS Legislative Research).
These schemes reflect Odisha's comprehensive approach to addressing diverse developmental needs
across various sectors.
11 yojanas (schemes) of the Odisha government focused on renewable energy.
Educational schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government:
Mo School Abhiyan:
• Objective: To improve school infrastructure and quality of education through community
participation and alumni engagement.
• Features: Alumni and community members can contribute to the development of their alma
mater. The government matches the contributions with twice the amount.
• Impact: Enhanced infrastructure, better learning environments, and increased community
involvement in school management (PRS Legislative Research).
Biju Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana:
• Objective: To promote digital literacy among students.
• Features: Distribution of free laptops to meritorious students who have passed the higher
secondary examination. This aims to facilitate access to digital resources and improve IT skills.
• Impact: Improved digital literacy and access to online educational resources for students across
Odisha (PRS Legislative Research).
Gangadhar Meher Siksha Manakbrudhi Yojana (GMSMY):
• Objective: To provide financial assistance for the education of children from economically
weaker sections.
• Features: Scholarships and financial aid for students in classes VI to XII, to help them continue
their education without financial constraints.
• Impact: Increased enrollment and retention rates among students from economically
disadvantaged backgrounds.
Madhusudan Das Quality Education Programme:
• Objective: To improve the quality of education in government schools.
• Features: Training programs for teachers, curriculum enhancement, and introduction of new
teaching methodologies.
• Impact: Improved teaching standards and better educational outcomes for students in
government schools.
Utthan Scheme:
• Objective: To support the education of Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Scheduled Caste (SC) students.
• Features: Scholarships, hostel facilities, and other support measures for ST and SC students to
help them pursue higher education.
 • Impact: Increased access to higher education for marginalized communities, reducing dropout
rates and improving educational attainment.
Green Passage Scheme:
• Objective: To support orphan students in pursuing higher education.
• Features: Full fee waiver for orphan students in government and government-aided educational
institutions.
• Impact: Ensures that orphan students can continue their education without financial barriers.
Nabakrushna Choudhury Secured Scholarship Scheme:
• Objective: To encourage students from SC/ST and other disadvantaged groups to pursue
education.
• Features: Scholarships for students from Class IX to XII based on merit and economic need.
• Impact: Promotes higher education among disadvantaged groups by providing financial
assistance.
Anwesha Scheme:
• Objective: To provide quality education to ST students.
• Features: Admission of ST students to reputed private schools, with the government bearing the
cost of education.
• Impact: Improved access to quality education for ST students, bridging the educational gap
between different social groups.
Mukhyamantri Medhabruti Puraskar Yojana:
• Objective: To provide scholarships to meritorious students.
• Features: Financial rewards for students excelling in their academic performance from Class IX
to XII.
• Impact: Encourages academic excellence and supports talented students in their educational
pursuits.
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (OAV) Scheme:
• Objective: To provide quality English medium education to rural students.
• Features: Establishment of model schools (OAVs) in every block, offering free education and
boarding facilities.
• Impact: Enhanced educational opportunities for rural students, preparing them for competitive
exams and higher education (PRS Legislative Research).
Agricultural schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government:
1. KALIA (Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers, landless
agricultural households, and vulnerable agricultural households.
o Features: Financial aid for cultivation, livelihood support, insurance cover, and interest-
free crop loans.
o Impact: Enhanced financial security for farmers and improved agricultural productivity
(PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
2. Biju Krushak Kalyan Yojana (BKKY):
o Objective: To provide health insurance to farmers.
o Features: Health coverage up to Rs 1 lakh for farmers and their families to cover medical
expenses.
o Impact: Reduced financial burden on farmers due to healthcare costs, promoting better
health and well-being (PRS Legislative Research).
3. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY):
o Objective: To promote organic farming.
o Features: Assistance for organic farming practices, certification, and marketing of
organic produce.
o Impact: Improved soil health, reduced chemical use, and increased market value for
organic products.
4. Biju Krushak Vikas Yojana:
o Objective: To improve the socio-economic condition of farmers through infrastructure
development.
o Features: Support for the construction of check dams, renovation of traditional water
bodies, and other irrigation projects.
o Impact: Enhanced irrigation facilities leading to increased agricultural productivity and
sustainability.
5. Mukhya Mantri Krushi Udyog Yojana:
o Objective: To promote agri-entrepreneurship and agro-based industries.
o Features: Financial assistance and subsidies for setting up agri-businesses, agro-
processing units, and cold storage facilities.
 o Impact: Generation of rural employment and added value to agricultural produce.
6. Jala Dhara Yojana:
o Objective: To promote micro-irrigation.
o Features: Subsidies for drip and sprinkler irrigation systems to optimize water use.
o Impact: Efficient water use, improved crop yields, and increased agricultural
sustainability.
7. Mukhya Mantri Krushi Bima Yojana:
o Objective: To provide crop insurance.
o Features: Coverage for crop loss due to natural calamities, pests, and diseases.
o Impact: Financial protection for farmers against crop loss, ensuring income stability.
8. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY):
o Objective: To ensure holistic development of agriculture and allied sectors.
o Features: Funding for various agricultural activities including horticulture, livestock, and
fisheries.
o Impact: Comprehensive development of the agricultural sector, leading to increased
productivity and income for farmers.
9. Agro-Polytechnic Centers:
o Objective: To provide technical education and training to farmers.
o Features: Establishment of centers for training in modern agricultural techniques and
practices.
o Impact: Improved knowledge and skills among farmers, leading to better agricultural
practices and productivity.
10. Odisha Millet Mission:
o Objective: To promote the cultivation and consumption of millets.
o Features: Support for millet farmers, including input subsidies, training, and marketing
assistance.
o Impact: Increased cultivation of climate-resilient crops, improved nutritional security,
and enhanced farmer incomes.
These schemes collectively aim to improve agricultural productivity, sustainability, and the socio-
economic status of farmers in Odisha.
Healthcare schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government:
Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY):
• Objective: To provide universal health coverage to residents of Odisha.
• Features: Free healthcare services in government and empanelled private hospitals, health
insurance coverage up to Rs 5 lakh per family and Rs 10 lakh for women.
• Impact: Improved access to quality healthcare services for the residents of Odisha, reducing the
financial burden of medical expenses (PRS Legislative Research) (Deccan Chronicle).
Nirmal Scheme:
• Objective: To ensure better sanitation and hygiene in government health facilities.
• Features: Infrastructure improvements, provision of clean water and sanitation facilities, and
regular cleanliness drives.
• Impact: Enhanced hygiene and sanitation standards in healthcare facilities, leading to better
patient outcomes and reduced infection rates.
Mamta Scheme:
• Objective: To improve maternal and child health.
• Features: Financial incentives for pregnant women to encourage institutional deliveries and
post-natal care, free transportation to healthcare facilities, and nutritional support.
• Impact: Increased rate of institutional deliveries, reduced maternal and infant mortality rates,
and improved overall maternal and child health (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Malaria Control Programme:
• Objective: To reduce the incidence of malaria in high-risk areas.
• Features: Distribution of insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying, early diagnosis,
and prompt treatment.
• Impact: Decreased malaria incidence and mortality, improved public health in malaria-prone
regions (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Niramaya Scheme:
• Objective: To provide free medicines to patients in government health facilities.
• Features: Availability of essential drugs at no cost in government hospitals and health centers,
ensuring that patients receive necessary medications without financial strain.
• Impact: Increased access to essential medicines, reduced out-of-pocket expenses for healthcare.
Sampurna Suraksha Kabacha:
 • Objective: To protect against vector-borne diseases.
• Features: Distribution of long-lasting insecticidal nets, awareness campaigns on prevention and
control of vector-borne diseases like dengue and chikungunya.
• Impact: Enhanced prevention measures, reduced incidence of vector-borne diseases.
Sahaya Scheme:
• Objective: To provide financial assistance for treatment of serious ailments.
• Features: Financial aid for patients undergoing treatment for critical illnesses like cancer, heart
disease, and kidney failure.
• Impact: Reduced financial burden on families dealing with serious health conditions, ensuring
better treatment and care (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK):
• Objective: To eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for pregnant women and sick infants.
• Features: Free drugs, diagnostics, diet, and transport for pregnant women and sick newborns in
public health facilities.
• Impact: Increased access to maternal and child healthcare services, improved health outcomes
for mothers and infants.
Anemia Mukta Lakshya Abhiyan:
• Objective: To reduce the prevalence of anemia among women and children.
• Features: Distribution of iron and folic acid supplements, deworming tablets, and nutritional
counseling.
• Impact: Decreased anemia prevalence, improved nutritional status of women and children (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
Biju Sishu Surakshya Yojana:
• Objective: To provide care and protection for orphaned and vulnerable children.
• Features: Financial support, healthcare, education, and nutrition for orphaned, abandoned, and
surrendered children.
• Impact: Improved health, education, and overall well-being of vulnerable children.
Employment schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government:
1. Mukhyamantri Karma Tatpara Abhiyan (MUKTA):
o Objective: To provide urban wage employment.
o Features: Offers employment opportunities for urban poor and migrant workers
through the creation of public infrastructure projects such as parks, community centers,
and roads.
o Impact: Enhanced urban infrastructure and improved livelihood for urban poor and
migrant workers (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
2. Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA):
o Objective: To enhance skill development and employability among youth.
o Features: Offers skill training programs in various sectors, career counseling, and
placement support.
o Impact: Increased employability of youth and better alignment of skills with industry
requirements (PRS Legislative Research).
3. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY):
o Objective: To provide skill training and employment to rural youth.
o Features: Offers skill development training, certification, and placement assistance in
various trades and sectors.
o Impact: Improved skills and employment opportunities for rural youth (PRS Legislative
Research).
4. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY):
o Objective: To provide skill training to youth.
o Features: Short-term training programs, recognition of prior learning, and special
projects to enhance employability.
o Impact: Increased job readiness and employment opportunities for trained individuals
(Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
5. Swarna Jayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY):
o Objective: To promote self-employment in rural areas.
o Features: Formation of self-help groups (SHGs), financial assistance, and training for
income-generating activities.
o Impact: Enhanced self-employment and income generation in rural communities.
6. National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM):
 o Objective: To reduce poverty and vulnerability of urban poor households.
o Features: Provides skill training, self-employment support, and access to credit for
urban poor.
o Impact: Improved livelihoods and economic inclusion of urban poor households (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. Startup Odisha:
o Objective: To promote entrepreneurship and innovation.
o Features: Provides financial support, incubation facilities, mentorship, and networking
opportunities for startups.
o Impact: Fostered a vibrant startup ecosystem and created job opportunities in the state
(PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
8. Mission Shakti:
o Objective: To empower women through self-help groups (SHGs).
o Features: Financial assistance, training, and support for women to engage in income-
generating activities.
o Impact: Enhanced economic empowerment and self-reliance of women in Odisha (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
9. Odisha Rural Livelihoods Mission (ORLM):
o Objective: To improve the livelihood of rural households.
o Features: Promotion of SHGs, financial inclusion, skill training, and market linkages.
o Impact: Increased income and livelihood security for rural households.
10. Chief Minister's Employment Generation Programme (CMEGP):
o Objective: To generate self-employment opportunities in rural and urban areas.
o Features: Financial assistance and subsidies for setting up micro-enterprises and small
businesses.
o Impact: Promoted entrepreneurship and created job opportunities across various
sectors.
These schemes collectively aim to enhance employability, promote self-employment, and provide
sustainable livelihood opportunities for different sections of the population in Odisha.
schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government for women's empowerment:
Mission Shakti:
• Objective: To empower women through the formation and strengthening of self-help groups
(SHGs).
• Features: Financial assistance, training, and support for women to engage in income-generating
activities. The scheme focuses on socio-economic development and aims to improve the
livelihood of women by providing microfinance and promoting entrepreneurship.
• Impact: Enhanced economic self-reliance of women, improved social status, and increased
participation in decision-making processes (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Mamata Scheme:
• Objective: To improve maternal and child health by providing financial assistance to pregnant
and lactating women.
• Features: Cash incentives for antenatal and postnatal care, nutrition, and immunization. This
scheme targets women over the age of 19 who are undergoing their first or second pregnancy.
• Impact: Improved health outcomes for mothers and children, increased institutional deliveries,
and reduced maternal and infant mortality rates (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Biju Kanya Ratna Yojana (BKRY):
• Objective: To improve the sex ratio and status of girls in the state.
• Features: Focus on the welfare of girl children through various interventions, including
awareness campaigns, financial incentives, and support for education.
• Impact: Enhanced awareness about the importance of the girl child, improved sex ratio, and
increased educational opportunities for girls.
Sudaksya Scheme:
• Objective: To enhance the participation of girls in technical education.
• Features: Scholarships and incentives for girl students enrolling in technical institutions,
providing better access to vocational training and technical education.
• Impact: Increased enrollment of girls in technical courses, improved technical skills, and better
employment opportunities for women.
Khushi Scheme:
• Objective: To promote menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls.
• Features: Provision of free sanitary napkins to girls in government and government-aided
schools from classes VI to XII.
 • Impact: Improved menstrual hygiene, reduced school absenteeism, and increased awareness
about menstrual health among adolescent girls (PRS Legislative Research).
Nirbhaya Scheme:
• Objective: To ensure the safety and security of women.
• Features: Establishment of women’s help desks in police stations, provision of legal aid,
counseling, and rehabilitation services for women affected by violence.
• Impact: Increased safety and security for women, improved access to justice and support
services for victims of violence.
Biju Sishu Surakshya Yojana:
• Objective: To support orphaned and vulnerable children, particularly girls.
• Features: Financial support, healthcare, education, and nutrition for orphaned, abandoned, and
surrendered children, ensuring their well-being and development.
• Impact: Improved health, education, and overall well-being of vulnerable children, with a focus
on girls.
Ananya:
• Objective: To promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• Features: Multi-sectoral interventions targeting education, health, economic empowerment,
and protection of women and girls from violence and discrimination.
• Impact: Enhanced gender equality, improved socio-economic status of women, and reduced
gender-based violence.
Biju Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana:
• Objective: To empower young women through digital literacy.
• Features: Distribution of free laptops to meritorious female students, promoting access to
digital resources and enhancing IT skills.
• Impact: Improved digital literacy, better educational outcomes, and enhanced employability of
young women (PRS Legislative Research).
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY):
• Objective: To provide maternity benefits to pregnant and lactating women.
• Features: Cash incentives for improved health and nutrition during pregnancy and lactation.
• Impact: Enhanced health and nutrition for mothers and infants, reduced maternal and infant
mortality rates (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government for youth empowerment:
1. Biju Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana:
o Objective: To promote digital literacy among youth.
o Features: Distribution of free laptops to meritorious students who have passed the
higher secondary examination, facilitating access to digital resources and improving IT
skills.
o Impact: Enhanced digital literacy and access to educational resources, improving the
employability of young people (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
2. Skill Development and Technical Education (SD&TE) Department Initiatives:
o Objective: To provide skill development training and technical education.
o Features: Various skill training programs, vocational courses, and technical education
initiatives aimed at improving the skill sets of youth in diverse sectors.
o Impact: Increased employability and better job opportunities for trained youth (PRS
Legislative Research).
3. Startup Odisha:
o Objective: To foster entrepreneurship and innovation among youth.
o Features: Financial support, incubation facilities, mentorship, and networking
opportunities for startups founded by young entrepreneurs.
o Impact: Creation of a vibrant startup ecosystem and generation of employment
opportunities (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
4. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY):
o Objective: To provide skill training to youth.
o Features: Short-term training programs, recognition of prior learning, and special
projects to enhance employability.
o Impact: Improved job readiness and employment opportunities for trained individuals
(PRS Legislative Research).
5. Youth Innovation Fund:
o Objective: To support innovative projects and ideas proposed by youth.
o Features: Financial assistance and mentorship for young innovators to develop and
implement their projects.
 o Impact: Encouragement of innovation and creativity among youth, leading to the
development of new technologies and solutions.
6. National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM):
o Objective: To reduce poverty and vulnerability of urban poor households, including
youth.
o Features: Provides skill training, self-employment support, and access to credit for
urban poor, focusing on youth.
o Impact: Improved livelihoods and economic inclusion of urban poor households, with a
focus on empowering young people (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY):
o Objective: To provide skill training and employment to rural youth.
o Features: Offers skill development training, certification, and placement assistance in
various trades and sectors.
o Impact: Enhanced skills and employment opportunities for rural youth (PRS Legislative
Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
8. Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT) Initiatives:
o Objective: To promote higher education and research among youth.
o Features: Various academic programs, research opportunities, and industry
collaborations to enhance the quality of higher education.
o Impact: Improved academic and research capabilities of young people, leading to better
career prospects (PRS Legislative Research).
9. Chief Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (CMEGP):
o Objective: To generate self-employment opportunities in rural and urban areas.
o Features: Financial assistance and subsidies for setting up micro-enterprises and small
businesses.
o Impact: Promotion of entrepreneurship and job creation across various sectors (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
10. Youth Red Cross Program:
o Objective: To involve youth in community service and humanitarian activities.
o Features: Volunteer opportunities, training in first aid, disaster response, and
community service projects.
o Impact: Enhanced leadership skills, civic responsibility, and social engagement among
youth (PRS Legislative Research).
These schemes collectively aim to enhance skill development, promote entrepreneurship, provide
employment opportunities, and foster innovation among the youth in Odisha.

Social security schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government:

1. Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance to elderly, widows, and disabled persons.
o Features: Monthly pensions ranging from Rs 300 to Rs 500 depending on the category. It
covers senior citizens, widows, and persons with disabilities.
o Impact: Improved financial security and well-being for vulnerable sections of society
(Free Jobs Alert Odisha) (Deccan Chronicle).
2. Harischandra Sahayata Yojana:
o Objective: To provide financial assistance for conducting funerals.
o Features: Financial support of Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000 for the funeral rites of deceased
persons from poor families.
o Impact: Eased financial burden on poor families for conducting last rites, ensuring
dignity in death (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
3. Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana (BPGY):
o Objective: To provide pucca (permanent) houses to economically weaker sections.
o Features: Financial assistance for constructing pucca houses for beneficiaries who are
homeless or living in kutcha (temporary) houses.
o Impact: Improved housing conditions and quality of life for economically weaker
sections (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
4. National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP):
o Objective: To provide social security through pensions and assistance to vulnerable
groups.
o Features: Various sub-schemes like Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme
(IGNOAPS), Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS), and Indira Gandhi
National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS).
o Impact: Financial assistance to elderly, widows, and disabled persons, enhancing their
economic security (PRS Legislative Research) (Deccan Chronicle).
5. State Disability Pension Scheme:
o Objective: To support persons with disabilities.
 o Features: Monthly pension for individuals with disabilities who are not covered under
the national disability pension scheme.
o Impact: Financial support and improved quality of life for disabled persons (Free Jobs
Alert Odisha).
6. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA):
o Objective: To provide livelihood security through guaranteed employment.
o Features: Assures 100 days of wage employment per year to rural households, ensuring
social security through employment.
o Impact: Enhanced rural livelihoods, reduced poverty, and improved infrastructure in
rural areas (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board (OBOCWWB):
o Objective: To provide social security benefits to construction workers.
o Features: Various welfare measures like health, education, and housing assistance for
registered construction workers.
o Impact: Improved working and living conditions for construction workers (Deccan
Chronicle).
8. Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance in case of natural calamities and medical
emergencies.
o Features: Financial aid for medical treatment, disaster relief, and other emergencies for
individuals in distress.
o Impact: Immediate support and relief to individuals and families affected by
emergencies and calamities (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
9. Rural Housing Scheme (RHS):
o Objective: To provide housing for rural poor.
o Features: Financial assistance for constructing pucca houses in rural areas for
households below the poverty line.
o Impact: Improved living conditions and reduced housing insecurity in rural areas (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
10. Odisha State Treatment Fund (OSTF):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance for critical medical treatments.
o Features: Financial support for patients from economically weaker sections requiring
expensive treatments like cancer, kidney, and heart ailments.
 o Impact: Enhanced access to critical healthcare services, reduced financial burden on
poor patients (Free Jobs Alert Odisha) (Deccan Chronicle).
These schemes collectively aim to provide financial security, improve living conditions, and ensure the
well-being of vulnerable and economically weaker sections of society in Odisha.
1. Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance to elderly, disabled, and widowed individuals.
o Features: Monthly pension to eligible beneficiaries, including senior citizens, differently-
abled persons, and widows.
o Impact: Improved financial stability and social security for vulnerable populations (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
2. Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY):
o Objective: To ensure healthcare coverage for all residents of Odisha.
o Features: Free healthcare services in government and empanelled private hospitals,
health insurance coverage up to Rs 5 lakh per family and Rs 10 lakh for women.
o Impact: Enhanced access to healthcare services and financial protection against medical
expenses (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
3. Rural Housing Scheme:
o Objective: To provide affordable housing to the rural poor.
o Features: Financial assistance for the construction of pucca houses for beneficiaries
below the poverty line.
o Impact: Improved living conditions and housing security for rural households (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
4. Mamata Scheme:
o Objective: To improve maternal and child health.
o Features: Financial incentives for pregnant and lactating women to encourage
institutional deliveries and post-natal care.
o Impact: Improved maternal and child health outcomes, increased institutional deliveries
(PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
5. Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana (BPGY):
o Objective: To provide housing for the rural poor.
o Features: Financial support for constructing pucca houses for those living in kutcha
houses.
 o Impact: Improved housing quality and security for rural families (PRS Legislative
Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
6. Social Security for Unorganized Workers:
o Objective: To provide social security benefits to workers in the unorganized sector.
o Features: Registration of unorganized workers, provision of social security benefits like
pension, health insurance, and maternity benefits.
o Impact: Enhanced social security and financial protection for unorganized workers (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP):
o Objective: To provide financial assistance to elderly, widows, and disabled persons.
o Features: Monthly pensions under various schemes like Indira Gandhi National Old Age
Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS), Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS),
and Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS).
o Impact: Improved financial stability and social security for vulnerable groups (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
8. Odisha Disability Pension Scheme:
o Objective: To provide financial support to persons with disabilities.
o Features: Monthly pension for differently-abled individuals, ensuring financial stability
and support.
o Impact: Enhanced financial security and well-being of persons with disabilities (PRS
Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
9. Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Scheme:
o Objective: To provide social security benefits to construction workers.
o Features: Benefits include pension, health and maternity benefits, accident cover, and
financial assistance for children's education.
o Impact: Improved social security and welfare of construction workers and their families
(PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
10. Biju Krushak Kalyan Yojana (BKKY):
o Objective: To provide health insurance to farmers.
o Features: Health coverage up to Rs 1 lakh for farmers and their families to cover medical
expenses.
o Impact: Reduced financial burden on farmers due to healthcare costs, promoting better
health and well-being (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
These schemes collectively aim to enhance social security, provide financial assistance, and improve the
well-being of vulnerable populations in Odisha.

Water and Sanitation Yojanas by Odisha Government

1. BASUDHA (Buxi Jagabandhu Assured Water Supply to Habitations):
o Objective: To provide safe drinking water to all rural households.
o Features: Construction of piped water supply projects, installation of tube wells and
bore wells, and development of drinking water infrastructure.
o Impact: Improved access to safe drinking water in rural areas, reducing waterborne
diseases (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
2. Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin):
o Objective: To achieve a clean and open defecation free (ODF) rural India.
o Features: Construction of individual household latrines (IHHL), community sanitary
complexes, and promotion of hygiene practices.
o Impact: Improved sanitation facilities, reduced open defecation, and enhanced public
health in rural areas (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
3. Nirmal Scheme:
o Objective: To ensure better sanitation and hygiene in government health facilities.
o Features: Infrastructure improvements, provision of clean water and sanitation
facilities, and regular cleanliness drives.
o Impact: Enhanced hygiene and sanitation standards in healthcare facilities, leading to
better patient outcomes and reduced infection rates (PRS Legislative Research) (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
4. Mukhya Mantri Swachhata Yojana:
o Objective: To improve urban sanitation and waste management.
o Features: Construction of toilets, solid waste management systems, and public
awareness campaigns on cleanliness and hygiene.
o Impact: Improved urban sanitation, reduced waste-related issues, and enhanced public
health (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
5. Jal Jeevan Mission:
o Objective: To provide tap water connections to every rural household.
 o Features: Ensuring functional household tap connections (FHTCs) to rural homes,
promoting water conservation and rainwater harvesting.
o Impact: Increased access to safe and reliable drinking water, improved health, and
hygiene in rural areas (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
6. Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Scheme:
o Objective: To provide safe drinking water and proper sewerage systems in urban areas.
o Features: Development of urban water supply infrastructure, sewerage treatment
plants, and ensuring regular water supply to households.
o Impact: Enhanced urban water supply, improved sewerage systems, and better public
health (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
7. Total Sanitation Campaign (TSC):
o Objective: To improve sanitation facilities in rural areas.
o Features: Construction of toilets in households, schools, and anganwadis, and
promoting hygiene education.
o Impact: Improved sanitation infrastructure, reduced open defecation, and enhanced
health and hygiene in rural communities (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert
Odisha).
8. Mega Lift Irrigation Projects:
o Objective: To provide irrigation facilities to drought-prone areas.
o Features: Construction of lift irrigation systems to utilize river water for irrigation
purposes.
o Impact: Improved agricultural productivity, reduced dependency on monsoon, and
enhanced water management in agriculture (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert
Odisha).
9. Odisha Rural Sanitation Strategy:
o Objective: To achieve sustainable sanitation practices in rural areas.
o Features: Focus on behavior change communication, solid and liquid waste
management, and ensuring the sustainability of ODF status.
o Impact: Sustained sanitation improvements, better waste management, and enhanced
rural health (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
10. Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS):
o Objective: To promote community-driven sanitation initiatives.
o Features: Mobilization of communities to construct toilets, improve sanitation practices,
and achieve ODF status through participatory approaches.
 o Impact: Empowered communities, improved sanitation behaviors, and sustained open
defecation-free status (PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
These schemes aim to improve water supply, enhance sanitation infrastructure, and promote hygiene
practices across Odisha, contributing to better public health and sustainable development.

social security schemes (Yojanas) implemented by the Odisha government

Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY):
• Objective: To provide financial assistance to elderly, widows, and disabled persons.
• Features: Monthly pensions ranging from Rs 300 to Rs 500 depending on the category. It covers
senior citizens, widows, and persons with disabilities.
• Impact: Improved financial security and well-being for vulnerable sections of society (Free Jobs
Alert Odisha) (Deccan Chronicle).
Harischandra Sahayata Yojana:
• Objective: To provide financial assistance for conducting funerals.
• Features: Financial support of Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000 for the funeral rites of deceased persons
from poor families.
• Impact: Eased financial burden on poor families for conducting last rites, ensuring dignity in
death (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana (BPGY):
• Objective: To provide pucca (permanent) houses to economically weaker sections.
• Features: Financial assistance for constructing pucca houses for beneficiaries who are homeless
or living in kutcha (temporary) houses.
• Impact: Improved housing conditions and quality of life for economically weaker sections (Free
Jobs Alert Odisha).
National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP):
• Objective: To provide social security through pensions and assistance to vulnerable groups.
• Features: Various sub-schemes like Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS),
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS), and Indira Gandhi National Disability
Pension Scheme (IGNDPS).
• Impact: Financial assistance to elderly, widows, and disabled persons, enhancing their economic
security (PRS Legislative Research) (Deccan Chronicle).
State Disability Pension Scheme:
• Objective: To support persons with disabilities.
 • Features: Monthly pension for individuals with disabilities who are not covered under the
national disability pension scheme.
• Impact: Financial support and improved quality of life for disabled persons (Free Jobs Alert
Odisha).
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA):
• Objective: To provide livelihood security through guaranteed employment.
• Features: Assures 100 days of wage employment per year to rural households, ensuring social
security through employment.
• Impact: Enhanced rural livelihoods, reduced poverty, and improved infrastructure in rural areas
(PRS Legislative Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board (OBOCWWB):
• Objective: To provide social security benefits to construction workers.
• Features: Various welfare measures like health, education, and housing assistance for registered
construction workers.
• Impact: Improved working and living conditions for construction workers (Deccan Chronicle).
Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF):
• Objective: To provide financial assistance in case of natural calamities and medical emergencies.
• Features: Financial aid for medical treatment, disaster relief, and other emergencies for
individuals in distress.
• Impact: Immediate support and relief to individuals and families affected by emergencies and
calamities (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Rural Housing Scheme (RHS):
• Objective: To provide housing for rural poor.
• Features: Financial assistance for constructing pucca houses in rural areas for households below
the poverty line.
• Impact: Improved living conditions and reduced housing insecurity in rural areas (PRS Legislative
Research) (Free Jobs Alert Odisha).
Odisha State Treatment Fund (OSTF):
• Objective: To provide financial assistance for critical medical treatments.
• Features: Financial support for patients from economically weaker sections requiring expensive
treatments like cancer, kidney, and heart ailments.
• Impact: Enhanced access to critical healthcare services, reduced financial burden on poor
patients (Free Jobs Alert Odisha) (Deccan Chronicle).
yojanas (schemes) of the Odisha government focused on infrastructure development
1. Biju Expressway
o Objective: To enhance road connectivity across Odisha, particularly in remote and
underdeveloped regions.
o Features: Construction of a high-quality expressway with multiple lanes, bridges, and
necessary infrastructure.
o Impact: Improved transportation, enhanced accessibility to markets, and accelerated
economic growth in rural areas.
2. Mahanadi River Bridge Project
o Objective: To construct bridges over the Mahanadi River, facilitating smooth movement
of goods and people.
o Features: Building robust bridges using modern engineering techniques, ensuring all-
weather connectivity.
o Impact: Reduced travel time, improved access to healthcare and education facilities,
and boosted economic activities along the river belt.
3. Biju Setu Yojana
o Objective: To build bridges across various rivers and water bodies in Odisha.
o Features: Construction of sturdy bridges to connect remote villages and improve
accessibility.
o Impact: Enhanced connectivity, reduced isolation of remote areas, and increased socio-
economic development.
4. Balasore-Chandipur Road Widening
o Objective: To widen and upgrade the existing road infrastructure between Balasore and
Chandipur.
o Features: Expansion of the road to accommodate increased traffic, safety features, and
improved road conditions.
o Impact: Smoother transportation, reduced congestion, and better connectivity to tourist
destinations and industrial hubs.
5. Biju Kandhamal Lift Irrigation Project
o Objective: To provide irrigation facilities in drought-prone areas of Kandhamal district.
o Features: Construction of lift irrigation systems utilizing local water resources.
o Impact: Increased agricultural productivity, improved livelihoods of farmers, and
reduced dependency on monsoon rains.
6. Odisha MSME Development Policy
o Objective: To promote the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in
the state.
o Features: Providing financial incentives, infrastructure support, and skill development
initiatives.
o Impact: Job creation, industrial growth, and balanced regional development.
7. Smart City Mission
o Objective: To develop selected cities in Odisha as smart cities with efficient
infrastructure and improved quality of life.
o Features: Implementation of smart solutions for urban mobility, water supply, waste
management, etc.
o Impact: Enhanced urban governance, sustainable development, and improved living
standards for residents.
8. Odisha Mineral Bearing Areas Development Corporation (OMBADC)
o Objective: To ensure holistic development in mineral-rich areas, focusing on
infrastructure, health, education, and livelihood.
o Features: Allocation of funds for infrastructure projects in mining-affected regions.
o Impact: Improved living conditions, reduced disparity, and sustainable development in
mining areas.
9. Mission Shakti
o Objective: To empower women through self-help groups (SHGs) and promote their
socio-economic development.
o Features: Financial inclusion, skill development, and capacity building for women
entrepreneurs.
o Impact: Enhanced income generation, improved social status of women, and
community development.
10. Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA)
 o Objective: To skill the youth of Odisha for better employability and entrepreneurship
opportunities.
o Features: Skill development training in various sectors, industry partnerships, and
certification.
o Impact: Reduced unemployment, skilled workforce availability, and economic growth
through enhanced productivity.

yojanas (schemes) of the Odisha government focused on financial inclusion

1. Mission Shakti
o Objective: Empower women through self-help groups (SHGs) by providing them access
to financial services and entrepreneurial opportunities.
o Features: Formation and capacity building of SHGs, access to microfinance, training in
financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
o Impact: Increased income generation, improved socio-economic status of women, and
community development.
2. Odisha Livelihood Mission (OLM)
o Objective: Provide livelihood opportunities to rural households through access to credit
and financial services.
o Features: Formation of producer groups, facilitation of credit linkages, training in
financial management.
o Impact: Reduced poverty, enhanced income levels, and improved rural livelihoods.
3. Odisha State Cooperative Bank (OSCB) Initiatives
o Objective: Strengthen the cooperative banking sector to improve access to financial
services in rural and underserved areas.
o Features: Extension of banking services, provision of credit facilities to farmers and
artisans, promotion of cooperative societies.
o Impact: Increased financial inclusion, enhanced agricultural productivity, and rural
development.
4. Ama Gaon Ama Bikash (Our Village Our Development)
o Objective: Facilitate direct transfer of financial assistance and benefits to rural
households through digital platforms.
o Features: Use of technology for direct benefit transfer (DBT), financial literacy programs,
and grievance redressal mechanisms.
 o Impact: Transparency in governance, reduced leakages, and improved delivery of
welfare schemes.
5. Odisha Millet Mission
o Objective: Promote millet cultivation among tribal communities and small farmers to
enhance their income and nutritional security.
o Features: Access to credit for millet cultivation, market linkages, training in millet
farming techniques.
o Impact: Diversified income sources, improved nutritional intake, and economic
empowerment of tribal communities.
6. Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS)
o Objective: Strengthen rural livelihoods through promotion of rural enterprises and
access to credit.
o Features: Formation of producer groups, provision of microfinance, marketing support
for rural products.
o Impact: Increased income levels, improved market access for rural producers, and
sustainable rural development.
7. Odisha MSME Development Policy
o Objective: Promote the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by
facilitating access to finance and infrastructure.
o Features: Financial incentives, credit support, skill development programs for MSME
entrepreneurs.
o Impact: Job creation, industrial growth, and balanced regional development.
8. Odisha State Financial Corporation (OSFC) Schemes
o Objective: Provide financial assistance and support to small and medium enterprises
(SMEs) for their development.
o Features: Term loans, working capital finance, assistance in project implementation, and
revival of sick units.
o Impact: Boosted entrepreneurship, enhanced industrialization, and economic growth.
9. Odisha Economic Survey
o Objective: Conduct comprehensive surveys to assess economic conditions and identify
areas for financial inclusion interventions.
o Features: Data collection on economic indicators, analysis of socio-economic trends,
and formulation of inclusive policies.
 o Impact: Informed policy decisions, targeted interventions, and sustainable economic
growth.
10. Odisha Cooperative Societies Development Council (OCSDC)
o Objective: Promote cooperative societies and provide financial assistance to strengthen
their role in socio-economic development.
o Features: Capacity building of cooperative societies, financial support through grants
and loans, promotion of cooperative principles.
o Impact: Enhanced cooperative movement, improved access to financial services, and
socio-economic empowerment.
These initiatives collectively aim to promote financial inclusion by expanding access to financial services,
enhancing livelihood opportunities, and fostering economic development across various sectors and
communities in Odisha.

yojanas (schemes) of the Odisha government focused on renewable energy

1. Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA) Initiatives

o Objective: Promote renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and biomass to
reduce dependency on conventional energy sources.
o Features: Installation of solar power plants, wind energy projects, promotion of biomass
energy, and energy efficiency measures.
o Impact: Reduced carbon footprint, enhanced energy security, and sustainable
development.
2. Soura Jalanidhi Scheme
o Objective: Provide solar-powered irrigation pumps to farmers to reduce dependency on
diesel pumps and improve agricultural productivity.
o Features: Subsidized solar pumps, training for farmers on pump maintenance, and
irrigation efficiency.
o Impact: Reduced irrigation costs, increased crop yield, and sustainable agricultural
practices.
3. Biju Saharanchal Vidyutikaran Yojana
o Objective: Electrify remote and inaccessible villages through renewable energy sources
like solar power.
o Features: Installation of solar mini-grids, provision of solar lanterns, and household
electrification.
 o Impact: Improved quality of life, enhanced educational and economic opportunities in
rural areas.
4. Odisha Solar Policy
o Objective: Promote solar energy generation in the state through policy incentives and
support mechanisms.
o Features: Feed-in tariffs, tax incentives, subsidies for solar installations, and net
metering policies.
o Impact: Increased solar capacity, job creation in the renewable energy sector, and
reduced carbon emissions.
5. Odisha Wind Energy Policy
o Objective: Harness wind energy potential in coastal areas of Odisha for electricity
generation.
o Features: Identification of potential sites for wind farms, incentives for wind power
projects, and grid connectivity.
o Impact: Diversified energy mix, reduced reliance on fossil fuels, and environmental
benefits.
6. Biomass Energy Development Program
o Objective: Promote the use of biomass for electricity generation and cooking purposes
in rural areas.
o Features: Biomass power plants, biogas plants for cooking fuel, and awareness
campaigns on biomass energy.
o Impact: Reduced indoor air pollution, sustainable use of agricultural residues, and rural
development.
7. Street Lighting with Solar Energy
o Objective: Replace traditional streetlights with solar-powered LED lights to conserve
energy and reduce costs.
o Features: Installation of solar streetlights, integration with smart lighting systems, and
maintenance training.
o Impact: Energy savings, reduced carbon emissions, and improved safety in public
spaces.
8. Odisha Biofuel Policy
o Objective: Promote the production and use of biofuels as an alternative to fossil fuels.
o Features: Incentives for biofuel production units, research and development in biofuels,
and blending mandates.
 o Impact: Reduced dependency on imported fossil fuels, cleaner air quality, and
agricultural income generation.
9. Energy Efficiency Initiatives in Industries
o Objective: Improve energy efficiency in industrial sectors through technology upgrades
and awareness programs.
o Features: Energy audits, implementation of energy-efficient practices, and capacity
building for industrial workers.
o Impact: Reduced energy consumption, cost savings for industries, and environmental
sustainability.
10. Odisha Green Energy Development Corporation (OGEDC)
o Objective: Facilitate investments in green energy projects and promote sustainable
development.
o Features: Financing green energy projects, partnerships with private sector, and policy
advocacy.
o Impact: Increased renewable energy capacity, job creation, and economic growth
through green investments.
These yojanas collectively aim to harness the renewable energy potential of Odisha, reduce
environmental impact, enhance energy security, and promote sustainable development across the state.

Odisha Government scheme on poverty alleviation

KALIA (Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation):

• Objective: Support small and marginal farmers, landless agricultural households, and vulnerable
agricultural laborers.
• Features: Financial assistance for crop cultivation, livelihood support for landless laborers,
insurance coverage, and interest-free crop loans.
• Impact: Enhances agricultural productivity, improves income levels, and provides financial
security to farmers.
Mission Shakti:
• Objective: Empower women through self-help groups (SHGs) and promote their socio-economic
development.
• Features: Formation and capacity building of SHGs, financial support for income-generating
activities, and market linkage opportunities.
 • Impact: Enhances women's empowerment, increases income generation, and promotes
community development.
Mukhyamantri Swasthya Seva Mission (MSSM):
• Objective: Provide universal health coverage and improve access to healthcare services for all
residents of Odisha.
• Features: Free healthcare services including diagnostics, surgeries, and treatments for various
ailments through government health facilities.
• Impact: Reduces out-of-pocket health expenditure, improves health outcomes, and ensures
healthcare access to marginalized communities.
Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas (MEPMA):
• Objective: Reduce urban poverty by enhancing livelihood opportunities, providing social
security, and promoting self-employment.
• Features: Skill development programs, financial assistance for entrepreneurship, urban housing
projects, and social mobilization.
• Impact: Improves living conditions in urban slums, promotes sustainable livelihoods, and
ensures social inclusion of urban poor.
Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana (BPGY):
• Objective: Provide permanent housing to rural households living in kutcha houses or without
shelter.
• Features: Housing subsidy for construction of pucca houses, convergence with other schemes
for sanitation and electrification, and preference to vulnerable groups.
• Impact: Improves housing conditions, enhances quality of life, and provides shelter security to
rural poor.
Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM):
• Objective: Enhance livelihood opportunities for rural poor through skill development, access to
credit, and promotion of micro-enterprises.
• Features: Formation of SHGs, capacity building programs, financial inclusion, and support for
income-generating activities.
• Impact: Increases income levels, promotes sustainable livelihoods, and reduces dependency on
traditional occupations.
Ama Gaon Ama Bikash (Our Village, Our Development):
• Objective: Facilitate participatory development of villages through infrastructure projects and
community engagement.
 • Features: Village-level planning, allocation of funds for local development priorities, and
implementation of rural infrastructure projects.
• Impact: Improves basic infrastructure, enhances quality of life in rural areas, and promotes
inclusive development.
Mukhyamantri Abhinav Krishi Janata Vikas Yojana:
• Objective: Promote agricultural development, improve productivity, and increase income of
farmers.
• Features: Subsidies for agricultural inputs, provision of modern farming equipment, and support
for organic farming practices.
• Impact: Enhances agricultural productivity, boosts rural income, and promotes sustainable
agricultural practices.

Odisha Government scheme on sports

Odisha Sports Development Authority (OSDA):

• Objective: Oversee and promote sports development across the state.
• Features: Development of sports infrastructure, organizing state-level tournaments, and
providing support to athletes.
• Impact: Enhances sports facilities, encourages grassroots participation, and supports athletes in
their training and competitions.
Odisha Sports Hostel Scheme:
• Objective: Provide residential facilities and training support to talented young athletes.
• Features: Selection of athletes based on performance, provision of accommodation, coaching,
and educational support.
• Impact: Nurtures young talent, enhances skill development, and prepares athletes for national
and international competitions.
Annual Sports Infrastructure Development Programme:
• Objective: Develop and upgrade sports infrastructure across Odisha.
• Features: Construction and renovation of stadiums, sports complexes, and training centers.
• Impact: Improves facilities for athletes, hosts national and international events, and promotes
sports tourism.
Odisha State Sports Policy:
 • Objective: Provide a comprehensive framework for sports development in the state.
• Features: Promotion of sports at the grassroots level, talent identification, support for sports
academies, and incentives for athletes.
• Impact: Encourages sports culture, enhances performance standards, and supports athletes in
achieving excellence.
Biju Patnaik Rural Hockey Championship:
• Objective: Promote hockey and identify talent in rural areas of Odisha.
• Features: Annual hockey tournament across districts, providing a platform for young players to
showcase their skills.
• Impact: Popularizes hockey, identifies potential athletes, and encourages youth participation in
sports.
Kalinga Stadium Complex:
• Objective: Develop Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar as a premier sports hub.
• Features: Renovation and modernization of facilities, hosting national and international sports
events such as the Hockey World Cup and Asian Athletics Championships.
• Impact: Enhances Odisha's reputation as a sports destination, boosts local economy through
sports tourism, and provides world-class facilities for athletes.
Special Programmes for Tribal Sports:
• Objective: Promote traditional and tribal sports among indigenous communities.
• Features: Organizing tribal sports festivals, supporting training in traditional games, and
integrating tribal sports with mainstream sports programs.
• Impact: Preserves cultural heritage, promotes inclusivity in sports, and provides opportunities
for tribal youth to excel in sports.
Sports Scholarships and Incentives:
• Objective: Support talented athletes through scholarships and financial incentives.
• Features: Merit-based scholarships, cash awards for medal-winning performances in national
and international events, and support for training camps.
• Impact: Motivates athletes, reduces financial barriers to sports participation, and recognizes
sporting achievements.