With Best Compliments for PDRP Utkal Divas 2012 Celebrations

Message of Executive Director, Paradip Refinery Project

Dear PDRPians, I am happy to know that First Utkal Divas is being celebrated at Paradip Refinery Project. Being part of PDRP, we are proud to be a partner of Odisha. We all know that Odisha is a land of culture, heritage, martial traditions and glory. The erstwhile state of Kalinga now encompasses the modern state of Odisha. Since the day Odisha was formed, 76 year back, it has added immensely to the Cultural Diversity and National Unity of India. Nature has bestowed its bounties upon Odisha. Its people have innovated and developed intricate handicrafts and mastered cultural forms of expressions, known world over. The state has many wonders within its folds. With the First Utkal Divas celebrations, PDRPians have a great opportunity to discover the glory of Odisha's heritage and contribute to its magnificent future. While engaged with the construction of Paradip Refinery Project, christened as our modern temple of technology, let's join hands together to celebrate Utkal Divas 2012 and go ahead with ever progressing Odisha. My Best Wishes. M. Vijaywargiya Executive Director Paradip Refinery Project

Message of Secretary, Paradip Refinery Officers Club

Dear Friends, Paradip Refinery Officers' Club is delighted to hold the first Utkal Divas celebrations on 1st April 2012 in PDRP township. As Secretary of the Club, I feel it is as a privilege to connect with the historical land of Kalinga, heritage of Odissi and splendor of Odisha. Paradip Refinery Officers' Club is at the forefront of Socio-Cultural activities at PDRP. It is our benign duty to celebrate uniqueness to create understanding and unity. We have been trying to do just that in the past also. Our effort continues for the present. And, hopefully, our club will continue the traditions and precedents set for upholding unity within diversity. Utkal Divas celebrations are an outlet to highlight the cultural glory of Odisha. And also it is an opportunity to showcase talents which have won laurels in India and Abroad. We have put in our best efforts to make the First Utkal Divas 2012 Celebrations a grand success. We hope that everyone enjoys and appreciates our endeavors. V. K. Kanaujia Secretary Paradip Refinery Officers' Club

Paradip Refinery- A Sunrise Project for a Sunshine Future

Paradip Refinery Project is a modern technological temple, planned and designed to reflect the progress and prosperity of IndianOil as well as India. Paradip Refinery will be the most modern coastal export oriented processing unit of IndianOil with an upcoming petrochemicals complex. The design capacity of 15 Million Metric Tonnes will ensure that it will contributes significantly towards the growth of IndianOil, Odisha and India. Located nearly 120 kms from Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, Paradip Refinery is well connected by National Highway No-5A and State Highway No-12 alongwith rail links. It is the first Zero-Residue refinery of the Country. The process schemes has combinations of Hydrocracker Unit and Delayed Coker Unit to maximize distillate yield like Jet fuel/kerosene and Diesel. The major products will be Liquified Petroleum Gas, Naptha, Motor Spirit, Diesel and Sulphur. Latest State-of-Art Global process technologies are being employed. Entire range of products will be high value distillates. Very large crude containers will offload crude directly into the refinery tanks through the Single Point Mooring facility installed 23 kms inside sea connected to a pipeline. Evacuation of products will be through Paradip Port and through pipelines. This refinery will primarily handle high sulphur, high residue international crudes to ensure profitability and energy security of the Nation. The immediate potential growth of ancillary and auxillary industries around the Refinery will serve as an economic stimulus for industrial development. Environmental protection is of prime importance to IndianOil. More than 600 acres around the refinery has been developed as a greenbelt with five lakh trees for green cover. Tall stacks for efficient dispersion of flue gasses from furnaces and boilers, elaborate waste water treatment facilities and recycling, round the clock, Air Quality monitoring and Sulphur recovery plants with 99.9% efficiency will ensure a completely environment protection compliant unit. All units and facilities are under the expert consultancy and management of world's leading technical giants. The total project cost of Paradip Refinery is Rs 29,777 crores. More than 400 engineers and officers of IndianOil under the sterling leadership of Shri M. Vijaywargiya, Executive Director(Projects) are toiling round the clock at the project site. More than 35 refinery construction related companies and consultants are engaged with their army of engineers, technicians and workers. Present engagement of labour is about 30,000, which is expected to go up to 35,000 by 2012 end.

Paradip Refinery Project, has been at the forefront of providing support services to the people of Jagatsinghpur. Besides providing its service ethos, IndianOil has always stood by in hours of crisis, be it floods or the Super Cyclone. Direct physical and financial contributions in the form of assistance and cyclone shelters provide a glimpse of the involvement of IndianOil in the well being of people of this region. In the same vein, adoption of Konark Sun Temple by IndianOil Foundation in collaboration with Archaeological Survey of India and National Culture Fund is a living example of its commitment to promote knowledge and awareness, and to resolve for preservation of our National Heritage.

ODISHA
Odisha's Total Population is 4.2 Crores, SexRatio is 978 & Literacy rate is 73.45%(males: 82.4% & females: 64.36%).

Maritime history of Odisha:

The Maritime history of Odisha known as Kalinga in ancient times, started before 350 BC according to early sources. The people of this region of eastern India along the coast of the Bay of Bengal sailed up and down the Indian coast, and travelled to Indo China and throughout Maritime Southeast Asia, introducing elements of their culture to the people with whom they traded. By 400 AD, Odisha was the hub of a trade network that stretched from the Roman Empire to China. At one time the Bay of Bengal was known as Kalingodra, or the sea of Kalinga, due to the dominance of Odia ships. The old traditions are still celebrated in the annual Bali Jatra, or Boita-Bandana festival held for five days in October / November at Paradip Coast and Cuttack. Mukteswar Temple Some of the ports mentioned by the geographer Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD were Nanigaina (Puri), Katikardama (Kataka) and Kannagara (Konarak). Writing later in the 9th and 10th centuries CE, Arab sources mention Odisha, Ganjam, Kalinganagar, th Keylkan, Al-Lava and Nubin. After the 15 century, ports included Balasore, Pipili, Ganjam, Harishapur, Chandabali and Dhamra. Maurya Empire in 265 BC. Kalinga conquered by the Maurya emperor Ashoka on the famous Kalinga war. The bloodshed caused changed Chandashok to Dharmashok and followed the path of Buddhism, spread peace throughout the vast empire.

Trade:
History gives proof of trade between Burma, Java, Bali, Malay peninsula, Cambodia, China, Sri Lanka. Between the 11th and 16th centuries, the name Kalinga was gradually replaced by Odra Desa, Uddisa, Odisha and eventually Odisha.

Later history:

Sea routes used by Kalinga

CULTURE OF ODISHA:
Odisha boasts of a rich and vibrant cultural heritage naturally caused by a long history of different rulers of varied cultural and artistic inclinations. Further confluence of racial streams has also enriched the art, craft and culture of Odisha in no uncertain terms. Odisha is particularly famous for its brass work, silver work, terracotta art objects and appliqu work, besides its unique handloom. Odisha possesses varied and fascinating cultural roots aptly represented by the famous Sun Temple at Konark and the revered Jagannath Temple at Puri. Home to sixty-two tribes, Odisha has long been a favorite, not just among tourists, but also among the academics. Utkala is derived from Utkarsha (excellent) + Kala (Arts). This implies the rich arts of Odisha. The reservoir of the handicrafts of Odisha is very large, consisting of numerous items. One of the basic reasons for the existence of such a wide variety of arts and crafts in the state is that it has witnessed the rule of many rulers.

Odisha Arts And Crafts:

Silver craft work of cuttack

Handicrafts of Pipili

Pattachittra of RaghurajPur

Sambalpuri saree

Pipili Chandua

Odia Dances :
When the talk is about the folk performances of India, Odia dances truly deserve a special mention. Odisha has a rich cultural heritage in terms of music and dance. The various dance forms are Odissi, Chhau, SambalPuri, Naga, Ghumra, Juang, Ho. Jatra, Pala, Patua Daskathia are most prominent Odia street/ theatre performance.

Odissi dance

Sambalpuri dance

Odisha Music :
Odisha is regarded as one of the musical centres of South India, that boasts of travelling bards as a part of its heritage. In the ancient times, there were saint-poets who wrote the lyrics of poems and songs. Prominet Odia singers are Bhikari Bala, Akshya Mahanty, Namita Agrawal, Chitta Jena.

Odisha Religions :
Odisha is known for its respect and mutual tolerance towards all religions. It is owing to this fact that, the culture of Odissi people reflects some aspects of all the major religions of India, like Islam, Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism, Vaisnavism, and Saivism etc.

Dhauligiri

Lord Budhha

Festivals:
Odisha is land of festivals. The various major Odia festivals are :

Makar Sankranti: It is celebrated on the occasion of uttarayan (northward journey)

of the Sun-god.

Sri Panchami: This day students seek the blessings of Devi Saraswati - the goddess of
arts and learning.

Maha Shiva Ratri: It is celebrated to mark the appearance of the day of Lord Shiva's
in the universe.

Rama Navami: Rama Navami is also celebrated throughout Odisha as the birth day
of Lord Rama.

Chaitra Purnima: A month-long puja of goddess Mangala begins this day (usually
on all Tuesdays of the month).

Akshaya Trutiya: It is the day when farmers auspiciously begin sowing paddy seeds
in their fields. Sudasha Brata: Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped during the day by offering ten Manda Pithas in puja. occasion.

Maha Vishuba Sankranti: The Odia community celebrates New year on the

husbands.

Savitri Brata: It is observed by all married women for the well-being of their

Raja: During this three-day period of Raja, women get their right to rest and
enjoyment. They are not supposed to work during these days. It is believed that Mother Earth undergoes her period of menstruation during these three days. Swings are tied under branches of large trees so that women and girls could enjoy swinging while the husbands and other malemembers in the family take care of cooking. It is a custom to relish Poda Pitha during the festival. Women are strictly forbidden to perform puja of any kind either at home or in the temples during this period.

Rath Yatra and Bahuda Yatra: Lord Jagannath along

with his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra comes out of the precincts of his temple for a visit to his aunt's place at Gundicha Mandir. The three deities undertake their journey in three huge chariots pulled by thousands of devotees.

Chitalagi Amabasya: Lord Jagannath is embellished with a golden mark on the

forehead called Chitta this day. In homes a special pitha known as Chitau Pitha is prepared and offered to Lord Jagannath in Puja.

Gamha Purnima (Rakhi): This day marks the worship of Lord Balabhadra. Bullocks
and cows are also worshipped by smearing sindur marks on their head.

Ganesh Chaturthi: celebrated for invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha the God
of Learning.

Nuakhai: It is celebrated as a way of thanks giving to Mother Earth. Celebrated

especially in western Odisha , which features partaking of the first grains of paddy after harvesting the kharif crop.

Dasahara: Dasahara marks the end of Durga puja celebrations. Kumara Purnima: In the evening the kumaris/ girls worship the full moon in the sky
for getting handsome Husbands.

Dipavali: celebrated as a remembrance of pitru Purusha, or ancestors seeking the

blessings of ancesters and praying for their well-being.

Panchuka: It is a practice among pious Odias to give up non-vegetarian food during

the entire month of Kartik. (atleast last five days)

Kartik Purnima: It is an occasion to commemorate the glorious prosperity of Odisha

in the olden days when the sadhabas (maritime traders) practised maritime trade in far off countries. They were traditionally sailing off into the sea every year on the day of Kartik Purnima while their spouses used to see them off by conducting aarti.

Prathamastami: It is an occasion to perform puja for the well-being of the first child
in the family. A delicacy called Haladi Patra Enduri Pitha (idlis filled with sweet stuffing and wrapped in green leaves of turmeric plant before being steamed) is the specialty of the day.

Manabasa Gurubar: On every Thursday in the Odia month of

Margasir goddess Lakshmi is worshiped with utmost devotion by Odia women. The entrance as well as the door step of the house is decorated with artistic Odia alpana (called chita or jhoti). It is believed that goddess Lakshmi visits every house-hold during the puja.

Dhanu Sankranti: This festival is celebrated by offering special delicacy made of

sweetened riceflakes called Dhanu Muan to Lord Jagannath.

CUISINES OF ODISHA:
Cuisine of Odisha is simple and delicious. Delicacies made of prawns, crabs, fish, chicken and eggs prepared by experts are widely available at the eating joints and the specialized restaurants. The most popular is fish of both salt water and fresh water.

Mahaprasad'- The Food of Lord Jagannath

Another traditional delicacy Mahaprasad' or the sacred food offered as 'Bhog' to Lord Jagannath. This rich food is available at the Anand Bazar of the Jagannath Temple. The specialty of 'mahaprasad' preparation lies in its massive cooking that takes place in the temple kitchen that is believed to be the biggest kitchen in the world. Nearly 400 highly efficient cooks work around 200 fireplaces daily to feed over 10,000 people. Maha Prasada

Main food:
Dalma (Mixed lentils) Maccha Besara Pakhala (Fermented rice) Mansa Kassa Chenna Tarkari

Dahi pakhala

Dalma

Maccha Besara

Mansa Kasaa

OoU khatta

Odia is an official language of the state of Odisha, India. The earliest written texts in the Odia language are about thousand years old The modern Odia language contains the maximum percentage of words from Pali, rest are mainly influenced from Sanskrit.

Literature:

Evolution of Odia Literature :

Age of Sarala Das: The first great poet of Odisha is the famous Sarala-Das,
translated the Mahabharata from Sanskrit to Odiya. Chandi Purana and the Vilanka Ramayana are also his famous creations.

Age of Panchasakhaa: Between 1450 to 1550 AD Among the various great souls,
Achyutnanda Das, Ananta Das, Jasovanta Das, Jaganntha Das, and Balarma Das, called Panchasakhaa (=Five friends) who have deeply influenced both the Odia Spiritualism and the Literature Balaram Das's Laksmi Purana is considered to be the first manifesto of Women's Liberation and Feminism in Indian Literature. Jagannath Das's Bhagabata, had a great influence among Odia people, as a day-to-day philosophical guide. In 1509, Chaitanya came to Odisha with his Vaishnava message of love. Before him, Jaydev had prepared the ground by heralding the cult of Vaishnavism through his Geetagovinda.

Age of Upendra Bhanja(Riti Yuga): The prominent poets are Dinakrushna Das,
Kabi Samrat Upendra Bhanja and Abhimanyu Samanta Simhar. Upendra Bhanja's creations: Baidehisha Bilasa, Koti Brahmanda Sundari and Lavanyabati were a landmark in Odia Literature. Towards the end , four major poets emerged. They are Kabi Surya Baladeb Rath, Brajanath Badajena, Gopal Krushna Pattanaik and Bhima Bhoi.

Age of Radhanath:
Radhanath Ray (18491908) is the prime literary figure. He wrote Long poems like Chandrabhaga, Nandikeshwari, Usha, Mahajatra, Darbar and Chilika. Fakir Mohan Senapati (18431918), the prime figure of modern Odia Fiction Prose is the product of that generation. He was considered the Vyasakabi or founder poet of Odia language. His Rebati (1898) is widely recognized as the first Odia short story. His other stories are Patent Medicine, Dak Munshi, and Adharma Bitta, his novel Chha Maana Atha Gunthawhich is the first Indian novel to deal with the exploitations of landless peasants by the feudal lord. It was written much before the October revolution of Russia or much before the emerging of Marxist ideas in India. Gangadhar Meher (18621924), Madhusudan Rao, Chintamani Mohanty, Nanda Kishore Bal and Gaurisankar Ray are some of eminent writers and poets of this time. Age of Marxism or Pragati Yuga. Sachidananda Routray is also considered to be the founder of Modern poetry in Odisha.

Fiction :
In the post-independence Era Odia fiction assumed a new direction. The trend which Fakir Mohan has started actually developed more after '50s of last century. Gopinath Mohanty (19141991), Surendra Mohanty and Manoj Das (1934- ) , Surendra Mohanty are considered as three jewels of this time. Prominent fiction writer Pratibha Ray was awarded 'Padmashri Award, 'Sahitya Akademi Award'.

Personalities :
Fakir Mohan Senapati(1843-1918):
He is considered the Father of Odia Short Story: He wrote many novels such as Chha Maana Aatha Guntha, Marnu, Prayaschita, Lachhama etc. He also wrote many stories such as Patent Medicine, Dhulia Baba, Lachchmania, Daka Munshi, Rebati.etc. Set up the second printing press in Odisha at Balasore.

Utkal Gaurav Madhusudhan Das(1848-1934):

Father of Modern Odisha: First Odia to get the Degree of M.A.B.L from Calcutta University. He took a valiant stand for unification for scattered Odia tracts. Was the founder of Utkal Sammilani,architect of Odia Movement. He was the first Odia to be the member of Legislative.

Pandit Gopabandhu Das(1876-1928):

Aptly described as the Gandhi of Odisha he took part in the NonCooperation Movement & was sentenced to imprisonment. In order to spread education among the people of Odisha he started the daily newspaper The Samaj. His poems include Karakabita (Prison verse), Bandira Swadesha Chinta (Thoughts of a Prisoner about his homeland) and Dharmapada. Remembered as Utkalamani or "The Jewel of Odisha".

Gajapati Maharaja Krushna Chandra Dev(1892-1974):

Attended the first Round Table Conference in London on 16 Nov. 1930 where he demanded the creation of separate province of Odisha. He was twice elected as Prime Minister of Odisha.
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Biju Patnaik (Odia, 5 March 1916,Cuttack 17 April 1997):

Former Chief Minister & a renowned Pilot who airlifted Sultan Sjahrir on 22 July 1947 when Dutch invaded Indonesia. Awarded with 'Bhoomi Putra' the highest Indonesian award. He became the chief minister of Odisha on 23 June 1961 & in 1990 .Former LoKSabha MP and ex- Union minister for Steel and Mines . Established the International Kalinga Prize for popularisation of Science and Technology.Spearheaded the projects including the Hirakud Dam, Port of Paradip, Bhubaneswar Airport, the Cuttack-Jagatpur Mahanadi Highway bridge, Regional Engineering College, Rourkela, Sainik School Bhubaneswar, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology Bhubaneswar,NALCO,Rourkela Steel Plant and the Choudwar and Barbil industrial belts.

Nandini Satpathy(1931-2006):
First lady Chief Minister of Odisha. A close associate of Indira Gandhi and known for her administrative skills, Ms. Satpathy was the second woman to become Chief Minister in independent India. First lady Chief Minister of Odisha. She was Odisha Chief Minister twice. She was conferred with Sahitya Bharati Sammana for the Odia translation of Tasleema Nasreen's famous novelLajja.

Padmashree Bhagaban Sahu(1922-2002) : Outstanding dance teacher, actor,

singer, percussionist, director, excperimenter and choreographer. Awarded Padmashree Award by Central Govt. in the year 1992 & Honor of Entertainmentin Royal Palace of England by Queen Elizabeth for his performance of Chodeya Dance in England.

Guru Kelu Charan Mohapatra((January 8, 1926 - April 7, 2004):

Most important figure in Odissi dance & has been the guru at some time of nearly important odissi dancer & teacher in India & world. Popularised Gotipua Nritya & Mahari dance. Produced new Odissi choreographies,staple pallavis,abhinaya & saabhinaya numbers that became the traditional margam of Odissi. Awarded Sangeet Natak Akademi Award(1966),Padma Shri(1972),Padma Bhushan, (1989),Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship(1991),Padma Vibhushan(2000),Kalidas Samman from Madhya Pradesh government.

Sanjukta Panigrahi((24 August 1944 24 June 1997):

Queen of Odissi Dance. Foremost exponent of Indian classical dance Odissi. First Odia girl to embrace this ancient classical dance at an early age and ensure its grand revival. In recognition of her contribution to dancing and associated activities, she was honoured with Padma Shri (1975)& Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1976.

Dr.Lalit Mansingh (29 April 1941):

Former Indian diplomat, the Foreign Secretary of India, 19992000, and Indian Ambassador to the United States on March 15, 2001. Awarded the Kharavela Samman Award by Odisha Governor in Feb, 2009.

Akshaya Mohanty(1937, Cuttack- 2002) :

Known as Khoka Bhai. Contributed to Odia Bhajanas, Odissi, folk songs, non-film modern light songs in Odia on contemporary themes, ballads based on popular legends in Odisha. He has sung songs in 129 Odia films & composed music for 75 movies. Awarded Jayadeva Award, the highest state award in movies.

Dilip Tirkey (Sundergarh,Odisha on 25 November 1977):

Former captain of Indian hockey team , was best known for his penalty corner hit. On March 21st 2012, elected as Rajya Sabha .Represented India in 1996 Atlanta, 2000 Sydney and 2004 Athens Olympics and had a total of 412 international caps. Only Adivasi to represent three Olympics.Retired on 2nd May 2010.

Kalpana Dash (born July 7, 1966, Dhenkanal) :

First Odia mountaineer who reached world's highest peak,the Mount Everest on 21 May 2008.

Pratibha Ray(21 Jan 1943):

Pratibha Ray, a noted Odia writer - Barsha Baishakha Basanta, Aparichita, Nishiddha Pruthibi, Upanayika and Jangyaseni are some of her popular novels .She was awarded - 'Sarala Award' for her novel 'Yajnaseni' in 1991 &'Padmashri Award' by the Government of India in 2007.

Jatin Das: Noted Modern painter,Conferred Padma Bhushan by Govt.

of India, January 2012.

Nandita Das(born 7 November 1969):

daughter of Jatin das ,Known for her performances in Fire (1996), Earth (1998), Bawandar (2000), Kannathil Muthamittal (2002) and Aamaar Bhuvan (2002).Directorial debut : Firaaq (2008),. Awarded the Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the Government of France for her work.First Indian to be inducted into their International Women's Forum's hall of fame. A noted social activist who was awarded Padma Shri in 2001 by Government of India. Started Adivasi Vikash Samiti at Serendra, Odisha, in 1982 to empower the Tribal Children.

Sudarshan Patnaik(15 April 1977,Puri):

Inventor of Sand Art in India. Recorded his name in the World records for sculpting the tallest Santa Claus and most Santa Claus image built on sand. Won the People's Choice Prize at the 1st Moscow International Sand Sculpture Championship held in Russia. Established "The Golden Sand Art Institute which is first of its nature in India.

Tulasi Munda

Famous Odia Film Personalities

EXPLORING ODISHA:
Odisha is an enchanting land of sea, sand and fabulous temples along the long coastal stretch of the Bay of Bengal. Odisha is a land of temples and the Capital is called Mandirmalini Bhubaneswar. There are innumerable tourist attractions in Odisha and some of the major ones are:

Shree Jagannath Temple:

The Jagannath Temple in Puri(Odisha): The name Jagannath (Lord of the Universe) is a combination of the words Jagat (Universe) and Nath (Lord of). The temple is a part of the Char Dham pilgrimages that a Hindu is expected to make in one's lifetime . The temple was built in the 11th century by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva. The temple is famous for its annual Rath Yatra, or chariot festival.

Sun Temple:
Popularly known as 'The Black Pagoda' it is a crowning piece of Odishan architecture and sculpture. Odishan architecture has reached its zenith with the Sun temple at Konark. It was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Lingaraj Temple:
It is one of the finest Shiva peetha in India and is named after the 'Ling' or the 'Phallic symbol enshrined in it.This temple is called a temple complex because almost 65 secondary temples cluster around the central structure.

Chilika Lake:
The Chillka Lake is a sanctuary and winter resort for migratory birds, some coming from as far as Siberia. Nestling in the heart of coastal Odisha, Chilika is India's biggest inland lake.

Simlipal Tiger Reserve:

This is one of the National parks of India situated in Mayurbhanj district in Odisha. It is spread over an area of 2,750 sq.kms and was chosen by the Project tiger for conserving the country's depleting tiger population. Some of the other important Sanctuaries are Baisipalli Sanctuary, Satakoshia George Sanctuary, Chandaka Elephant Sanctuary, Hadgarh Sanctuary, Kotagad Sanctuary, Khalasuni Sanctuary.

Beaches:
Puri: Puri beach is famous for its golden sands, soothing sun-bath and the colourful
sunrise and sunset.

Gopalpur-on-sea: 18 kms south-east of Berhampur lies the quiet sea shore town of
Gopalpur. 50 kms from Berhampur, amidst greens lies Taptapani, famous for its hot water Sulphur spring.

Chandipur: 16 kms east of Balasore is Chandipur one of the most pleasant beaches
of the country. Here the sea, recedes five kilometres at low tide and then flows rhythmically after a regular interval every day. This is also an important missile testing centre.

Waterfall attractions in Odisha:

Badaghagra & Sanaghagara: 10 kms. from Keonjhar on NH-6 towards Sambalpur, it is yet another small (200 ft. high) but exiting waterfall on the river Ghagara. It is one of the most popular picnic spots of Keonjhar district. Duduma: A charming waterfalll on the river Machhakunda,70 kms. from Jeypore,a waterfall of 155mt high is also a place of pilgrimage and rare scenic beauty.

BADAGHAGARA

Samaleswari Temple:
Hindu temple in Sambalpur, dedicated to the goddess known as 'Maa', also known among the natives as samalei maa, meaning Mother Samaleswari. Shree Shree Samaleswari, the presiding deity of Sambalpur, is a strong religious force in western part of Odisha and Chhattisgarh state of India.

Bhubaneswar:
It is the capital town of this magnificent state and is located on the eastern side. It flaunts some of the finest temples and shrines that are counted among the tourist attractions in Odisha. Lingaraja temple, Rajarani temple, Parasuramesvera temple and 64 Yogini temple, Mukteswar, Siddheswar and Kedargauri temples are the important temples here. Handicrafts Museum, Khandagiri-Udayagiri Caves, Odisha State Museum and Nandankanan Wildlife Sanctuary are some of the must watch tourist spots located here.

NandanKanan Sanctuary:
Amidst the lush green Chandaka forest along the banks of the Kanjia lake lies Nandankanan, a beautiful Zoological park and sanctuary that got its name from "Nandan Van" meaning the Garden of the Heaven. It has worlds largest collection of White tigers.. The Botanical Garden, contains unique collection of Cactus

Bhitarakanika Sanctuary:
It is called 'a slice of paradise on the earth and is one of the best sanctuaries in India .It is situated in the second largest mangrove forest in the country after Sunderban and provides an ideal habitat for reptiles including crocodiles, sea turtles and water monitor Lizards. This sanctuary which is located slightly away from the Gahirmatha Sanctuary, has protected the estuarine crocodile and its habitat since 1975.

Gahirmatha Turtle Sanctuary :

This is a stretch of beach that is used for breeding the giant Olive Turtles. The Government of Odisha has made special arrangements in order to protect the turtles. This is also the harbouring ground for various kinds of migratory birds.

Harishankar: Is located on the southern side of Gandhamardhan hills in Balangir.

The Harishankar dazzles with a series of bewitching waterfalls cascading on the hillslopes.

Hathipathar: Nearly 3kms. away from Raygada. Khandadhar Falls: Khandadhar, a famous waterfall of about 800 mt. high is located
amidst lush green forest of Sundergarh. It is the highest waterfall of the state. It is 60 kms. from Keonjhar. The magnificient sight of the fall makes it ideal for a great picnic spot.

Hirakud Dam:
Built in 1957, the dam is one of the world's longest earthen dam, about 16 mi (26 km) in length. From horizon to horizon the reservoir forms the largest artificial lake in Asia with an area of 746 Sq.km having a shore line over 640 km. A twenty-one kilometres drive on the dyke affords a unique experience of calm serenity and majesty of nature.

Huma Temple:
Famous as the abode of Lord Siva, Huma contains the lone leaning temple of Odisha and also famous as a scenic spot of great excellence. The river Mahanadi flowing close by abounds in fish (Kudo fish) which are never caught. The popular belief is that they belong to Lord Vimaleswar.

Economy
The continuous improvement of Odisha in the economic front in the last decade has elevated it into one of the fastest developing states in the country. 1. Odisha stands first in terms of total envisaged Investments in India and Second highest in terms of Domestic investment received. The state attracted 32.10 billion (Rs.2008.46 Billion) i.e. 12.6% of total investment proposals in the country in the year 2010. 2.With 9.51% GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) in the year 2010-2011, the state has clocked a staggering 251% growth rate last decade. McKinsey forecasts a consistent growth rate of 7.1% over the next 10 yearsthe highest in Eastern India.

Odisha's GDP Growth Compared to that of India

3. Odisha is one of the few states in the country that boosts of the presence of the big giants of the country like Indian Oil, POSCO, Vedanta, Zindal, TATA, SAIL, NTPC, NALCO, HINDALCO, Sterlite, Birla, ESSAR, L&T, IFFCO, Infosys, Mahindra Stayam, Wipro and TCS. 4. One third of India's bauxite reserves, a quarter of its iron ore and a fifth of its coal are in Odisha, making it a hotspot for mining companies.The Morgan Stanley report puts Odisha ahead of other mineral rich states like Karnataka and Jharkhand. Total planned investment in the Mining sector growing sharply by over $ 57 billion in the year 2010 and with over 49 projects (33 partly commissioned) in Steel and 4 Mega projects in Aluminum .

Odisha Export has increased dramatically over the years

5. Odisha boasts of a long coastline. Besides Paradip, the State has identified 14 locations for port development-Dhamra,Gopalpur,Astaranga, Subarnarekha river mouth etc. Dhamra Port, the Eastern India's Deepest Port is already operational. 6. 79 industrial houses from different sectors have signed in MOU with the state government to invest in the state. The total investment that Odisha is due to receive as a result of this is Rs.3653.27 billion. 7. Exports from Odisha have shown a growth of 169% in the past 5 years which is again one of the best in the countries. 8. Studies show that Odisha is transforming into the hub of skill development in the east with 13 universities, 100 engineering colleges,60 MCA Colleges,75 management colleges,6 Medical colleges and 17 Pharmacy colleges. AIIMS-BBSR is going operational in 2012. IIT BBSR already functioning.Veadanta & Sri Sri University is also going to be set up.

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