Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi , on Thursday – the first day of New Year 2026- unveiled a 15-point directive aimed at improving the administrative efficiency and accelerating decision-making across departments, setting the state’s agenda for this year.
CM Majhi handed over the agenda to newly appointed Chief Secretary Anu Garg, instructing the administrative machinery to work on priority to achieve clearly defined targets.
Economic Vision and Growth
The directives are strategically aligned with Odisha Vision 2036, a roadmap designed to transform the state into a USD 500-billion economy by its centenary year. The CM’s vision aims to position Odisha among India’s top five developed economies, contributing significantly to the national “Viksit Bharat 2047” goal through an inclusive, mixed-model growth strategy. To achieve this, CM Majhi has directed the administration to pivot toward knowledge-driven industries and the services sector.
Key Implementation Directives
Instructions have been given to all district collectors to fast-track various processes for rapid industrialisation in the state, an official said, adding that Majhi has also asked authorities to fill all the vacant government posts in the next two years.
Administrative Accountability
With an aim to ensure a transparent and efficient administration, the Chief Minister issued a stern warning against bureaucratic complacency. He instructed officials to identify corrupt, inefficient, or irresponsible employees under Article 311 of the Constitution and the Odisha Services Rules. The directive authorises strict actions, including compulsory retirement for those failing to meet standards.
Research and Evaluation
To maintain the quality of these developments, CM Majhi emphasized regular project review and evaluations. He specifically directed the Nabakrishna Chaudhary Development Research Centre to sharpen its focus on research and evaluation, with the goal of evolving into a “Centre of Excellence.”
The CM has directed that all government work, especially notices, notifications, and correspondence be done only in Odia language. Majhi also stressed on holding grievances hearing sessions at different levels and resolve people’s grievances.
The 15-point agenda signals a significant shift toward a more disciplined, language-focused, and economically ambitious Odisha as it heads into 2026.
