Dharmendra inaugurates projects worth ₹54cr in Cuttack

Cuttack: Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday inaugurated four development projects worth Rs 54 crore on the occasion of self-governance day here.He opened a cremation centre, which has a CNG-run furnace at Khannagar. It was built by GAIL India in collaboration with Cuttack Municipal Corporation. “problem of cremation will ease in Cuttack and the furnace is a boon for the environment,” said Dharmendra. A gigantic statue of Buxi Jagbandhu was unveiled in Buxi Bazar. The status of the freedom fighter after whom the market has been named will continue to be a symbol of heroism for the Odia people. The much-awaited, ‘Netaji Memorial Institute’ was inaugurated in Dargha Bazar near Netaji’s birthplace. It will preserve the thoughts and ideals of the great hero Subhas Chandra Bose for ages. It will have a study centre, open theatre and green lawn for visitors. “The hero of independence struggle and son of the soil will always be an inspiration for the coming generation,” said Dharmendra.A state-of-the- art,‘Cuttack Art Gallery’, was opened at Cuttack Town Hall. The gallery will showcase the rich art, culture, architecture and will create an Odisha’s unique identity.We also published the following articles recently