States » EastPosted at: Nov 4 2026 6:07PM


Odisha offers higher incentives to principals in remote areas

Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) The Odisha government has approved monthly incentives of up to Rs 10,000 for in-charge principals of private aided colleges, based on their place of posting.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved the proposal, which aims to encourage college teachers to take up principal's responsibilities in institutions located in distant and remote areas and ensure the smooth functioning of higher education.
The decision will benefit in-charge principals of 488-category and 662-category aided colleges, covering around 641 institutions across the state.
Under the arrangement, principals posted in their home districts or developed urban areas will receive Rs 5,000 a month. Those posted outside their home districts will get Rs 7,000, while those serving at locations at least 300 km away from their home districts or residences will receive Rs 9,000 per month.
In-charge principals posted in geographically remote and inaccessible areas will be eligible for Rs 10,000 a month. Such locations will be identified by a committee.
The state government will incur an estimated annual expenditure of around Rs 6 crore towards the incentive payments. The scheme will come into effect from the date of publication of the official notification.
UNI MK ATP AAB
Tags: #Odisha offers higher incentives to principals in remote areas
More News

Odisha must unlock its Bauxite wealth, fast-track pending investments: TCF

04 Nov 2026 | 6:52 PM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) With neighbouring states stepping up efforts to attract large-scale industrial investments, Odisha must urgently accelerate its mineral-led industrialisation, unlock its vast bauxite reserves and convert pending investment commitments into tangible economic growth and employment opportunities, the Think Change Forum (TCF) has said.

see more..

Odisha influencers showcase state’s heritage at Bharat Parv 2026

04 Nov 2026 | 6:42 PM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) Ten digital content creators and social media influencers from Odisha are showcasing the State’s rich art, craft and cultural heritage at Bharat Parv 2026, being held at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat from November 1 to 15.

see more..

E-Cabinet to give new momentum to good governance in Bihar: Samrat

04 Nov 2026 | 6:34 PM

Patna, Nov 4 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said on Wednesday that the implementation of the e-Cabinet system would give fresh momentum to good governance and digital administration in the state. It would make the Cabinet's decision-making process faster, simpler and more transparent while improving coordination among various departments and accelerating the execution of government work.

see more..

‘Badya Pallavi’ captivates audience as three-day ‘Parirambhanam 2026’ festival begins in Bhubaneswar

04 Nov 2026 | 6:31 PM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UNI) A spellbinding presentation of Odissi dance, ‘Badya Pallavi’, captivated audiences at the inaugural evening of ‘Parirambhanam 2026’, the 16th annual dance and music festival organised by Nrutya Upasana Pitha, which began here on Wednesday amid rain.

see more..

Ziro farmers dispatch over 3,000 bunches of chrysanthemums to Delhi

04 Nov 2026 | 6:28 PM

Itanagar, Oct 4 (UNI) Farmers in Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, have taken a significant step towards expanding commercial floriculture in Arunachal Pradesh, with over 3,000 bunches of locally grown chrysanthemums dispatched to New Delhi.

see more..