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Tribal villagers have approached the Orissa High Court, alleging the state government's prolonged inaction in implementing the PESA Act, 1996. They seek directions to frame and enforce long-pending rules, arguing the delay deprives gram sabhas of self-governance and protection of community resources, leading to exploitation of tribal lands and resources.

Tribal organizations are taking a stand by petitioning the Orissa High Court, claiming the state's chronic delays in enforcing the PESA Act, 1996. Despite being enacted almost three decades ago, Odisha has not put into place the necessary legislation, resulting in tribal gram sabhas lacking the constitutional authority needed for self-rule and the safeguarding of their resources.

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Approval of respective gram sabha prerequisite before removing names of deceased individuals from list

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Farmers in Kendrapada's Pattamundai block face irrigation crisis. The Gobari river is choked by dense weed growth and illegal encroachments. This obstructs water flow, impacting summer paddy and vegetable cultivation. River stretches are becoming biologically dead. Authorities have begun restoration work, including weed clearance and eviction of encroachers. The water resources department is renovating the river.

Chandrakona, a predominantly rural, SC-reserved constituency in Paschim Medinipur, faces challenges like flood management, agrarian debt, and underdevelopment. The seat, comfortably held by the AITC, has seen a shift from CPI(M) dominance to a bipolar AITC-BJP rivalry, with recent elections highlighting polarized contests and steady AITC consolidation.