Bhubaneswar: Odisha has secured a strong position among top-performing states under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0, with the state government pushing large-scale reforms in urban water supply and infrastructure development.
According to official details, the state has rolled out 345 projects worth Rs 4,030.18 crore across 89 Urban Local Bodies, focusing on universal water access and rejuvenation of urban water bodies. Of these, 107 projects have already been completed, while others are progressing under close monitoring.
The programme has led to the commissioning of seven new water treatment plants with a combined capacity of 43 MLD, benefiting around 2.83 lakh people. Authorities said over 2.7 lakh household tap connections have been provided, improving drinking water access for more than 5 lakh urban residents.
Community participation initiatives such as “AMRUT Mitra” and “Women for Tree” have also been introduced, involving women self-help groups in waterbody restoration and environmental work.
Under the credit enhancement initiative, 16 projects worth Rs 70.27 crore have been prepared for smaller urban bodies, while five large infrastructure proposals worth Rs 3,030.61 crore have been submitted for cities including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur, and Berhampur.
Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra said the performance reflects the state’s focus on “speed, scale, and accountability” in urban transformation under the vision of a “Viksit Odisha.”
“Our focus is clear – time-bound execution, accountable governance, and future-ready infrastructure. We are building resilient cities that will drive Odisha’s growth and improve the quality of life for every citizen. Under the vision of a ‘Viksit Odisha’, our Government will continue to lead from the front and set new benchmarks in urban transformation,” he noted.
