It was a princely state in British India and in post independence period it merged with Odisha state as Kalahandi district. Kalahandi is an example of disparity/contrasts that exist in many parts of the developing/underdeveloped world. On the one side, this district is famous for famine and starvation deaths and on the other side it is rich with agriculture. Kalahandi is largely an agriculture based economy. During Bengal famine Kalahandi alone had sent 100,000 tons of rice. Located on the confluence of the rivers Uttei and Tel, Kalahandi is a home to some very ancient temples of extensive architectural excellence dating back to the 12th century.
The controversy over the assault and death threat issued to a Works Department assistant executive engineer in Kalahandi has taken a new turn. The contractor brothers, Nilesh and Akash Agrawal, are now facing fresh allegations of large-scale corruption and illegal sand mining, raising questions about their unchecked influence in the region.
A severe fertiliser shortage has triggered chaos among farmers in Odisha's Kalahandi district. Desperate for urea during peak sowing season, hundreds queue from early hours, enduring sleepless nights and hunger. The imbalance between demand and supply has sparked fears of crop failure, urging immediate administrative intervention to prevent deeper agricultural distress in the region.
A student was critically injured in a stabbing incident near Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, following a dispute between rival school groups. The victim is undergoing treatment at DHH. The fatal attack stemmed from an altercation between the students of a private residential school and Manikeswari High School, both in Bhawanipatna town of the district.
A minor tea-time argument in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, escalated into a fatal stabbing, claiming the life of Satyanarayan Rai. The incident near the municipal office has sparked public safety concerns. Satyanarayan was drinking tea along with a few of his acquaintances when an altercation broke out. The situation quickly escalated, and one person allegedly attacked him with a knife.
The body of Raghu Patra, an elderly man from Kalahandi's Kandama village missing since July 30, was found on Rayagada railway tracks. Police suspect witchcraft-related murder and have arrested two. His family members, after failing to trace him, had lodged a missing person report at Biswanathpur Police Station, prompting an official investigation.
Over a hundred locals in Kalahandi's Koksara block protested to protect Dokrichanchara, demanding government recognition and conservation for the tourist spot, submitting demands to the BDO. The memorandum emphasised not just the ecological and tourism value of Dokrichanchara but also its cultural importance to the local community, urging swift steps for sustainable development and forest protection.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi suspended IAS officer Dhiman Chakma after his arrest for allegedly accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe from a stone crusher owner in Kalahandi, with Rs 47 lakh seized from his quarters. The incident has sparked further scrutiny of corruption within the State’s bureaucracy.
Harsh Bardhan Behera, a crusher owner, revealed IAS officer Dhiman Chakma demanded a Rs 20 lakh bribe to reduce fines for excess mining. Chakma was caught accepting Rs 10 lakh, with additional Rs 47 lakh seized from his government residence.
Dhiman Chakma, Sub-Collector of Dharamgarh, arrested for accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe, with Rs 47 lakh seized from his residence. The case highlights corruption concerns in civil services.
In a significant anti-corruption operation, Odisha Vigilance officials caught Dhiman Chakma, an IAS officer and the Sub-Collector of Dharamgarh, red-handed on Sunday while accepting a bribe of Rs 10 lakh from a businessman. A subsequent raid uncovered Rs 47 lakh more in unexplained cash.
Odisha's Kalahandi police seized 6.5 quintals of explosives and 115 detonators from a stone crusher unit, detaining four. The illegal consignment was supplied by M/s Kalinga & Co., exceeding permitted limits. A detailed probe by Kalahandi Police is underway.
The deceased officer has been identified as Pabitra Golapi, a native of Koraput district, who was currently posted at the Kegaon Police Station and had recently been working at the Bhawanipatna Reserve Police office.
Indravati Reservoir in Kalahandi causes hardships for 16 villages. Despite government plans, essential services remain inaccessible, and children miss education. Vital amenities like electricity, healthcare and roads are still out of reach for many.
Tensions heightened quickly as the protesters began hurling stones at the police station, accusing the authorities of inaction and demanding justice. The police, caught off-guard by the sudden violence, struggled to control the mob
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches the Antyodaya Housing Scheme in Kalahandi to provide permanent homes for economically weaker families.
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