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Politics

Odisha CM to celebrate Durga Puja in low-key manner amid rain, flood losses

Reported by Sambad English 19 Oct 2026, 9:16 pm IST 1 min read

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has decided to observe Durga Puja in a low-key manner this year in view of the damage caused by incessant rainfall and floods in several districts of the state. The Chief Minister expressed concern over the extensive losses suffered by farmers due to the adverse weather conditions and flooding. As a mark of solidarity with the affected people, Majhi has also decided not to visit Durga Puja pandals during the festival and on the occasion of Dussehra this year.

The decision comes amid reports of widespread agricultural damage and other…

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Section: Politics
Topics: Weather & monsoon, Farmers & agriculture
Places: Odisha
First reported by: Sambad English
Reporter: sambad english bureau
Published: Monday, 19 October 2026, 9:16 pm IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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