Famous for its Sambalpuri Saree, the Sambalpur District is the western part of state of Odisha. The economy of Sambalpur District is basically dependent on agriculture and secondly no forests. Forests play an important role in the economy in terms of contribution to revenue, Domestic Product as well as dependence of people for livelihood. In the past Sambalpur has been a great centre of diamond trade. Kendu leaf (Diospyros Melanoxylon) is also produced in Sambalpur. Tendu leaf is one of the most important non–wood forest products of Sambalpur and is also called as green gold of Odisha. Only 15 kms north of Sambalpur, Hirakud Dam, the longest earthen dam of the world stands in its lone majesty across the great river Mahanadi. Maa Samalei is the presiding deity of Sambalpur. Sarsatia, a special kind of sweet dish is very famous and unique one.
“We have exempted the students from the curfew between 7:30am and 10:30am and between 4pm and 6pm to allow movement to and from the exam centres in Sambalpur,” Ananya Das informed.
Speaking to the media after reviewing the situation, DGP Bansal said, “A relaxation of two hours each in the morning and evening is there. For ASO examination, we are in talks with the district administration so that aspirants do not suffer.”
Addressing the media after reviewing the situation with Sambalpur SP, Bansal said the curfew will remain in force in the district as a precautionary measure.
Speaking to OTV, Das said, “Some of the accused in the Hanuman Jayanti violence involved in group clash and arson have been apprehended. But the murder at Ring Road may not be related to the violence.”
Launching a broadside after the party's fact-finding team returned from violence-hit Sambalpur, BJP leader Biranchi Tripathi said, “Police used to provide security during Hanuman Jayanti, but why the same was not given this year? Why no action is being taken against a particular group for breaking the law?”
The situation is gradually limping back to normalcy in Sambalpur which witnessed large-scale violence in the run-up to Hanuman Jayanti celebrations. However,
The Sambalpur Collector further said that all the emergency services like fire, hospitals and others are working as normal while all the commercial establishments will remain closed in Sambalpur.
The prohibition on the use and access of internet and data services including WhatsApp, Facebook and other social media has been extended for another 48 hours up to 10 am of April 17, 2023.
It is pertinent to mention here that Sambalpur witnessed a clash between two groups during a rally on Wednesday in the run-up to Hanuman Jayanti. Several vehicles were allegedly damaged and some shops were set on fire.
For any medical emergencies a helpline is hereby declared. Citizens may reach out the District Headquarters Hospital helpline No.7655800760
While the identity of the deceased has not been ascertained, the police are yet to clarify the reason behind the attack.
While two of the miscreants were arrested for arson in Budharaja area, three others were arrested in connection with a stabbing at Maya Bagicha area that evening.
The accused, Subasish Pal, was allegedly taking the bribe from a contractor named Debendra Puhan at the office of the postal superintendent when he was caught by the officials of the central agency.
The police conducted a flag march from Zilla School Chhak to Gengutipali Chhak on Thursday to maintain law and order in the town. Sambalpur Collector, Ananya Das assured a peaceful procession on Hanuman Jayanti scheduled to be observed on April 14.
WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and other social media services of all Mobile Service Providers will also remain suspended during the period.
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