In view of ensuing festivities and onset of winter, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday directed officials to remain alert and ensure strict implantation of Covid-19 guidelines to prevent the spread of the virus.
During a weekly review meeting on corona, he cited instance of Kerala and asked the officials to intensify Covid awareness programme.
Following the Onam festival in Kerala, there have been a considerable rise in Covid cases in that State. Hence, it is necessary for the administration in Odisha not to take the situation lightly, he said.
Patnaik expressed satisfaction at the decline of positive cases in the State.
Emphasising on economic activity, he said Odisha has been an attractive destination for investors. He advised the officials to ensure that the projects take off and people get the benefit of the investments. Priorities must be given to restart activities in the industry, mining, construction, service and transport sectors, he said, adding that any kind of hindrance in attracting investment in these areas would not be tolerated.
He also asked officials to give stress on MNREGA, Mission Shakti and Jeevika Mission programmes.