No new sub-treasuries to be opened in Odisha as services move online: Law Minister in Assembly

The Odishagovernment has decided not to open any new sub-treasuries in the state as most treasury-related services are now being carried out through online systems.

From pension disbursement to challan submission and bill processing, a wide range of treasury functions are currently being handled digitally through the e-voucher system. The shift to online services has significantly reduced the need for physical treasury offices.

At present, there are 169 treasuries functioning across the state.

The information was shared in the House by Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan in a reply given on behalf of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.

Services Shift Online

According to the Minister, the digitisation of treasury services has enabled departments to complete several official procedures without visiting treasury offices.

He said Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) of different departments are now able to prepare bills and necessary documents through the treasury portal, which has streamlined administrative work.

E-Voucher System in Place

Highlighting the advantages of the e-voucher system, Harichandan said officials no longer need to visit treasuries for routine financial transactions.

“The DDOs of various departments are being able to prepare bills and documents of their work online through the treasury portal. Due to the e-voucher system, they do not have to visit the treasuries for their works,” he said.

Pension and Accounts Digitised

The Minister further said the digital system has also made it easier to manage government accounts and pension payments.

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“Another advantage of the system is that the monthly accounts of the government can be sent to the CAG online. The pensioners are also being able to receive their pension online. So, treasuries’ physical presence is not required at the time being,” he added.