Bodies of 2 women found in Balangir forest
Balangir: The decomposed dead bodies of two women were found in the Harishankar forest, only 500 metre from the Harishankar Peeth, under the Khaprakhol police station in Balangir district on Wednesday night. Harishankar police outpost personnel traced the bodies in the presence of a magistrate and sent them for postmortem. Police suspected that some miscreants killed the two women and dumped the bodies in the forest. Investigation is on into the incident, which has spread panic among the locals.
Bus turns turtle; 14 injured in Sundargarh
Sundargarh: As many as 14 persons were injured when a bus in which they were travelling turned turtle near Silkata under the K Balang police limits in Sundargarh district on Thursday morning. The driver of the bus lost control over the wheels, following which the vehicle overturned. The bus was on its way to Rourkela from Renjada. Police reached the spot and rescued the injured persons, who were admitted to the lahunipada hospital.
Independence Day celebrated in Jajpur
Jajpur: The 70th Independence Day was observed at Dharmasala of Jajpur district. Sukinda MlA Pritiranjan Ghadai unfurled the National Flag and addressed the gathering. Jajpur district played a major role in freedom struggle, he said. Noted Social worker Dr Suresh Chandara Dalai and Bibeka Boss were felicitated on the occasion. Similarly, Sukinda Region Chromite Mines Workers’ Union celebrated the Independence Day at Kaliapani in Sukinda block. Former Minister Prafulla Chandra Ghadai unfurled the flag and said about the numerous socioeconomic measures taken up by the State Government.
Mohanty unfurls Tricolour at V’nagar BJP office
Jajpur Road: Former MlA and BJP leader Sanchita Mohanty hoisted the Tricolour at the party office at Nahaka Road here. Vyasadeb BJP president Nityananda Mahalik, Yuba Morcha Jajpur district vice president Ajodhyanath Jena, Vyasanagar president Binay Rout, Prasanta Kumar Mallick, Dr Suresh Chandra Panda, Dushmanta Kumar Rout, Jajpur district vice-president Udaya Kumar Sahoo, district treasurer Amulya Kumar Das, Arjuna Sahoo, Gayadhar Mallick and Kalpataru Sahoo joined the programme.
MCl celebrates I-Day
Sambalpur: Mahanadi Coalfields limited (MCl) celebrated the 70th Independence Day here with patriotic fervour and gaiety. MCl Chairman and Managing Editor AK Jha unfurled the National Flag. Jha hailed the contributions of freedom fighters and motivated one and all to contribute towards the growth and development of India as a world leader. The enthusiastic school children presented colourful programmes.
NTPC celebrates I-Day in Talcher
Talcher: The 70th Independence Day was celebrated at the NTPC Kaniha here on Monday with patriotism fervour. Executive Director NK Kothari unfurled the National Flag. Addressing the gathering, Kothari called upon to remember the contribution of eminent freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Subhas Bose and many who sacrificed their lives. As many as 65 employees were awarded with meritorious award on the occasion.
GKEl celebrates I-Day with patriotic zeal
Dhenkanal: The GMR Kamalanga Energy limited (GKEl) celebrated the 70th Independence Day here on Monday with patriotic zeal. Associate Vice-President (O and M), GKEl, Arabinda Pani unfurled the National Flag. Pani praised employees for their dedication and running the power plant smoothly. He distributed prizes to security and fire personnel for their bravery and achievements during the year.
Paradip Oil Refinery celebrates I-Day
Paradip: The Paradip Oil Refinery celebrated Independence Day in its premises here on Monday. Refinery ED Ramjee Ram unfurled the National Flag and took salute from the parade participated by CISF, Fire Wing and DGR security personnel and Delhi Public School students.
On this occasion, 66 students from nearby schools and colleges were given meritorious award. CISF contingent presented a demonstration on weapons and security procedures. A cultural programme was organised.
IFFCO Paradip celebrates I-Day
Paradip: The Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and zeal in the IFFCO township premises. Senior GM Ashish Kumar Panda hoisted the National Flag and addressed the gathering. All the senior officials, employees, residents of township and children were present. Members of the Jyoti ladies Club, DAV Public School students and township children performed colorful cultural programmes depicting patriotism and Indian culture. Meritorious students awarded on the occasion.