ODISHA CURRENT AFFAIRS: 24–31 AUGUST 2025

 

August 24, 2025

 

Isha Gramotsavam Rural Sports Festival Launches in Odisha

The festival, India’s largest rural sports celebration, was held in Odisha for the first time, drawing over 3,000 participants across Puri, Khurda, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, and Balangir. Organized at the cluster level, the initiative aims to promote fitness and community spirit.

 

August 24, 2025 (Also)

 

First Flight Test of Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS)

DRDO conducted a successful maiden flight test off the Odisha coast, marking progress in India’s indigenous defense technology development.

 

August 26, 2025

 

Centre Allocates ₹240.81 Crore for Rural Development

Under the 15th Finance Commission, Odisha received Rs 240.81 crore in untied grants aimed at reinforcing rural local bodies—covering 6,085 gram panchayats and 63 block panchayats—for the fiscal year 2025–26.

 

August 29, 2025

 

Residents File Grievance Over Builder’s Common Area Misuse

In Rasulgarh, a residents’ association accused their builder of illegally constructing a commercial office and trust within common areas, leaving vital safety infrastructure incomplete and the main gate open 24/7. The complaint was submitted to authorities including the CM and ORERA.

 

August 31, 2025

 

OMFPC Issues Waste Disposal Notice to BMC

The Odisha State Pollution Control Board directed the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation to submit a compliance report by September 3 on waste handling at the Temporary Transit Station near Sainik School amid sanitation concerns.

 

Ongoing or Undated within This Week

 

Operation Gaja Crackdown

Odisha Police’s northern range conducted "Operation Gaja" targeting narcotics and illicit liquor trafficking across Sambalpur, Bargarh, Jharsuguda, Balangir, and Subarnapur—resulting in significant seizures and arrests.

 

Northern Odisha Flooding Response Continues

Floods induced by overflowing rivers—Subarnarekha, Baitarani, and Budhabalanga—led to evacuations of over 5,000 residents, mainly across Balasore, Bhadrak, and Jajpur. ODRAF and fire services led relief operations amid school closures and ongoing flood threats.