- The 23rd Governing Body meeting of the State Urban Development Agency (SUDA) convened under the leadership of the Minister of Housing & Urban Development.
- Minister Usha Devi presided over pivotal discussions, culminating in the approval of a substantial budget amounting to 255.46 lakh rupees for the fiscal year 2024-25.
- Recognizing the critical role of capacity enhancement, stakeholders stressed the need for fostering robust initiatives across urban local bodies.
- A key highlight of the discussions revolved around the training provided to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) involved in executing projects under the MUKTA initiative.
- SUDA, entrusted with spearheading urban transformation in Odisha under the 5T mandate of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, continues to exhibit commendable performance.
- The Governing Body meeting epitomized a collective determination to address the challenges of urban development, steering towards a more sustainable and inclusive urban landscape in Odisha.
In a significant milestone for urban development in Odisha, the 23rd Governing Body meeting of the State Urban Development Agency (SUDA) convened under the leadership of Smt. Usha Devi, Minister of Housing & Urban Development. Chairing the session, Minister Usha Devi presided over pivotal discussions, culminating in the approval of a substantial budget amounting to 255.46 lakh rupees for the fiscal year 2024-25.
The meeting served as a platform to delve into various activities undertaken by SUDA, with a particular emphasis on capacity-building programmes. Recognizing the critical role of capacity enhancement, stakeholders stressed the need for fostering robust initiatives across urban local bodies to ensure the effective implementation of developmental projects.
A key highlight of the discussions revolved around the training provided to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) involved in executing projects under the MUKTA initiative. Twelve teams, operating across 30 districts, meticulously trained a staggering 59,160 members of the SHGs representing 19,720 groups. This concerted effort underscores SUDA’s commitment to empowering grassroots organizations and fostering inclusive growth.
Additionally, deliberations centered on the adoption of a comprehensive capacity-building programme aimed at empowering community partners, including SHGs, to execute diverse projects under the Transforming Urban Odisha initiative. SUDA, entrusted with spearheading urban transformation in Odisha under the 5T mandate of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, continues to exhibit commendable performance, reaffirming its unwavering dedication to the cause of sustainable urban development.
The presence of key officials including Addl Chief Secretary H&UD Sri G. Mathivathanan, Director Municipal Administration Sangramjit Nayak, Special Secretary Suvendu Kanungo, OSD-Special Secretary Sanjay Paramanik, and other esteemed members enriched the deliberations. The meeting agenda, adeptly presented by Addl Secretary cum Director SUDA, laid the groundwork for insightful discussions and strategic planning.
The 23rd Governing Body meeting of SUDA epitomized a collective determination to address the challenges of urban development while steering towards a more sustainable and inclusive urban landscape in Odisha. As the agency continues to chart its course, stakeholders remain optimistic about the transformative impact of its initiatives on the urban fabric of the state.
(With inputs from agencies)
