Odisha seeks Rs 62.84 bn central aid for power infrastructure
The Government of Odisha has sought Rs 62.84 billion as central financial assistance under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). The request was placed before the Union Government on June 24, 2025. The proposed funding breakdown includes Rs 42.48 billion for cyclone-resilient power infrastructure, Rs 15.1 billion for upgrading distribution systems, Rs 4.28 billion for smart metering, and Rs 0.97 billion for project management support. Odisha Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo has stated that…