Skill Dev and Tech Education Department

19/09/2026

11/09/2026

Commissioner-cum-Secretary visited Boudh district and reviewed the implementation of various development and welfare schemes.

During the visit, Secretary visited the PDS centre and spoke with beneficiaries at Badhigaon, and also visited an Anganwadi centre and a primary school.

In Olanda, he discussed with farmers on adoption of integrated farming. He visited the Maa Bauthi Producer Group’s saree-weaving centre in Narayan Nagar, and a fish farm in Kamalpur, mushroom farm in Kashalpur to understand livelihood initiatives.

At Baunsuni PHC, he reviewed healthcare services with doctors, staff, and patients. In Basudeba Pali, he observed SHG-led Chandua craft and visited Kumarakeli Residential Ashram School, interacting with teachers and students on facilities and learning.

10/09/2026

Commissioner-Cum-Secretary, chaired the review meeting on implementing NEP-2020 across Govt. Technical Universities & Engineering Colleges in Odisha.

10/09/2026

Principal Secretary, Labour & ESI Dept. and Commissioner-Cum-Secretary, visited the Construction Skill Training Institute (CSTI) in Kataka. They interacted with trainees and institute staff, reviewed training progress, and discussed ways to further strengthen skill development initiatives.

08/09/2026

08/09/2026

The government is giving greater importance to strengthening higher education and preparing Odisha’s youth for the future. As another step towards this commitment, MoUs have been signed with CSRBOX, Nandi Foundation and OKCL to expand skill development, AI learning and employability opportunities for students.

The government is continuously working to strengthen academic standards, build future-ready skills and create wider opportunities for the youth of Odisha. Stronger education, future-ready skills and better opportunities are empowering Odisha’s youth and paving the way for a skilled, prosperous and Samruddha Odisha.

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