President Murmu Inaugurates Projects In Rourkela

27 Apr 2026 CW Team

Speaking to a public gathering, the President highlighted the rich natural beauty, cultural heritage and vibrant traditions of Sundargarh and described the area as a land of forests, rivers and sporting spirit. She noted that Rourkela has evolved as a cosmopolitan city that has promoted the state’s art, literature, tribal traditions and sports while attracting people from across the country in search of livelihood opportunities. The remarks underlined the role of urban centres in sustaining regional identity and economic mobility.

Emphasising inclusive development, she said national progress depends on the upliftment of all sections of society, particularly tribal communities, and that both central and state governments are implementing welfare schemes to accelerate development in tribal dominated districts such as Sundargarh with an emphasis on economic empowerment. The President called for collective participation in nation building and encouraged citizens to support those who have been left behind in the development process. The appeal framed development as a shared responsibility spanning government programmes and community engagement.

She expressed confidence that India is on course to become a developed nation by 2047 and observed that Odisha will mark 100 years of its formation in 2036. She stressed that realising the vision of a Viksit Bharat and a Viksit Odisha will require the combined efforts of farmers, labourers, youth and tribal communities. The newly inaugurated projects are expected to enhance scientific outreach, strengthen preservation of tribal culture and improve civic services for residents.

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated a series of infrastructure projects in Rourkela including a Planetarium and Science Centre, the Nirmal Munda Parivesh Path, a Tribal Museum and an Integrated Command and Control Centre. The initiatives are intended to boost scientific awareness, preserve tribal heritage and strengthen urban governance in the region. The range of facilities reflects a deliberate effort to combine cultural conservation with technological and civic improvements. Speaking to a public gathering, the President highlighted the rich natural beauty, cultural heritage and vibrant traditions of Sundargarh and described the area as a land of forests, rivers and sporting spirit. She noted that Rourkela has evolved as a cosmopolitan city that has promoted the state’s art, literature, tribal traditions and sports while attracting people from across the country in search of livelihood opportunities. The remarks underlined the role of urban centres in sustaining regional identity and economic mobility. Emphasising inclusive development, she said national progress depends on the upliftment of all sections of society, particularly tribal communities, and that both central and state governments are implementing welfare schemes to accelerate development in tribal dominated districts such as Sundargarh with an emphasis on economic empowerment. The President called for collective participation in nation building and encouraged citizens to support those who have been left behind in the development process. The appeal framed development as a shared responsibility spanning government programmes and community engagement. She expressed confidence that India is on course to become a developed nation by 2047 and observed that Odisha will mark 100 years of its formation in 2036. She stressed that realising the vision of a Viksit Bharat and a Viksit Odisha will require the combined efforts of farmers, labourers, youth and tribal communities. The newly inaugurated projects are expected to enhance scientific outreach, strengthen preservation of tribal culture and improve civic services for residents.

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