BSCL initiates development projects at Utkal University

21 Nov 2023 CW Team

It has been observed that the natural drainage channel, which traverses the university campus, is in a deteriorated state. The odour emanating from the wastewater has been a persistent issue for both the students and the university authorities.

As per the project report, the BSCL plans to reconstruct the drain and a pond through activities such as excavation, dewatering, de-weeding, and de-silting of the drainage channel. The project aims to facilitate the natural treatment of the drain's wastewater, and a budget of Rs 50.75 million has been allocated for this purpose.

In addition, the authorities intend to construct a viewpoint and a steel bridge, establishing a connection between the university campus and University Law College, University Press, and DDCE. These areas are currently divided by the drainage channel on the opposite side of the campus.

The overall project encompasses site development near the drainage channel, including landscaping, driveway and internal pathway construction, an open gym, installation of stone sculptures and benches, and provision of toilet facilities. Additionally, 10 kiosks will be established at the site. An expenditure of Rs 60.20 million is earmarked for these developments. These projects are funded under the city infrastructure development scheme, with a stipulated deadline of nine months for completion, as stated by Balwant Singh, the Managing Director of BSCL.

Simultaneously, a group of university students persisted in protesting against the project, alleging that the authorities were creating facilities for the public that would disrupt the peace and tranquility of the university campus.

Balwant Singh, the Managing Director of BSCL, countered these allegations, asserting that the facilities were intended for university students rather than the general public. He mentioned that the university authorities had provided a no-objection certificate and had also incorporated their requirements into the project. Officials emphasized that the project report had been formulated based on suggestions from the university authorities.

The Bhubaneswar Smart City (BSCL) has presented an elaborate project report outlining the development initiative it intends to undertake within Utkal University, with a primary emphasis on constructing a waterfront near drain no 4. It has been observed that the natural drainage channel, which traverses the university campus, is in a deteriorated state. The odour emanating from the wastewater has been a persistent issue for both the students and the university authorities. As per the project report, the BSCL plans to reconstruct the drain and a pond through activities such as excavation, dewatering, de-weeding, and de-silting of the drainage channel. The project aims to facilitate the natural treatment of the drain's wastewater, and a budget of Rs 50.75 million has been allocated for this purpose. In addition, the authorities intend to construct a viewpoint and a steel bridge, establishing a connection between the university campus and University Law College, University Press, and DDCE. These areas are currently divided by the drainage channel on the opposite side of the campus. The overall project encompasses site development near the drainage channel, including landscaping, driveway and internal pathway construction, an open gym, installation of stone sculptures and benches, and provision of toilet facilities. Additionally, 10 kiosks will be established at the site. An expenditure of Rs 60.20 million is earmarked for these developments. These projects are funded under the city infrastructure development scheme, with a stipulated deadline of nine months for completion, as stated by Balwant Singh, the Managing Director of BSCL. Simultaneously, a group of university students persisted in protesting against the project, alleging that the authorities were creating facilities for the public that would disrupt the peace and tranquility of the university campus. Balwant Singh, the Managing Director of BSCL, countered these allegations, asserting that the facilities were intended for university students rather than the general public. He mentioned that the university authorities had provided a no-objection certificate and had also incorporated their requirements into the project. Officials emphasized that the project report had been formulated based on suggestions from the university authorities.

Technology

29 Jul 2026

AI-Enabled Workflows Lift Profitability and Productivity

Organisations modernising frontline workflows with artificial intelligence, automation and real-time data are reporting stronger financial performance, higher productivity and improved employee engagement, according to a global study by Zebra Technologies and Oxford Economics.The research covered 1,000 senior leaders across retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics in the US, Mexico, the UK, Germany, India, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.In transportation and logistics, 54 per cent of companies that improved picking and packing operations reported faster operational performance, wh..

Real Estate

29 Jul 2026

India Leads Global AI Readiness but Implementation Lags

Indian companies lead global averages across all eight artificial intelligence readiness indicators tracked by JLL, but only 19 per cent have started making changes to their workplaces, according to the JLL 2026 Future of Work Survey.The study found that 77 per cent of Indian business leaders expect AI to change their office requirements, creating a 58-percentage-point gap between awareness and implementation. The survey covered more than 2,200 CEOs, CFOs and real estate leaders across 21 countries during the first quarter of 2026.Despite concerns over automation, 58 per cent of Indian leaders..

Equipment

29 Jul 2026

Three WOLFF Cranes Build Riyadh Cable-Stayed Bridges

Three WOLFF 180 B luffing jib cranes are supporting the construction of two cable-stayed bridges alongside the existing Wadi Laban Bridge in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The project is being developed for the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and executed by the ICRC joint venture comprising IC Ictas and Al Rashid Trading & Contracting Company.The cranes are handling lifting operations including formwork, reinforcement, concrete placement, work platforms, surveying equipment and other construction materials. Each crane is fitted with a 40 m jib, reaches a hook height of 157 m and offers a maximum ..