Rayagada is a district in southern Odisha, which became a separate district in October 1992. Its population consists mainly of tribes, primarily the Kondhs and the Soras. It is a home to Dangaria Kandhas, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribe Group live in the terrains of Niyamagiri hill ranges in Rayagada and Kalahandi district.
After hearing their grievances, Collector Swadha Dev Singh said nothing could be done as everything has already been finalised which infuriated the villagers.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday issued heavy rainfall alert for several districts in Odisha.
The deceased has been identified as Chandrama Bibhar, 55. According to the police, the incident happened around noon in Koilapara village. Rajesh Kulesika, who was staying in the neighbourhood, allegedly committed the crime.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted heavy rainfall in several parts of Odisha in the next few days.
In an attempt to save the girl, her friend was also injured in the knife attack by the youth.
The salaries have been withheld till further orders.
Malkangiri recorded the highest maximum temperature of 36 degree Celsius on Sunday.
As per reports, the Class 1 boy, Gobinda Huika, suffered grievous injuries after he was attacked by a Class VI student at the Ashram School in Kolnara block of Rayagada district.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday said the fresh low pressure system is likely to become more marked during subsequent 24 hours and move west-northwestwards thereafter.
As per sources, the second system may intensify into a depression triggering heavy rainfall. The enhanced rainfall activity may dampen the Independence Day celebrations in the State on August 15.
A low pressure system is likely form over Northwest & adjoining Westcentral Bay of Bengal around August 7, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday.
Medical teams have been deployed in these areas to provide instant service to patients.
Majhi attributed the spread of the disease to intake of contaminated water and lack of nutritious food.
Mishra has directed the health workers to ensure proper food for the tribal children, proper sanitation and awareness in the villages. He said steps are being taken to rehabilitate the tribal students to nutrition rehabilitation centres and also stressed on intake of boiled water.
So far, 96 persons of Rayagada are down with cholera and seven died of it.
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