Eight districts will receive fourteen new government degree colleges.

Bhubaneswar: On Friday, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj took part in the inauguration of 14 new government degree colleges in eight districts across the state. These new colleges, located in Tiring, Thuamul Rampur, Gurundia, Nuagaon, Bandhugaon, Narayanpatna, Jharigaon, Kosagumuda, Raighar, Tentulikhunti, Kashipur, Ramanguda, Dharakote, and Khajuripada, were officially opened through virtual mode. In his speech, Minister Suraj emphasized the importance of education in empowering the youth and bringing about positive change in society.

He also acknowledged the efforts of the principals, teachers, students, government officials, and elected representatives in these areas, congratulating them on the establishment of these 14 new colleges. Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Higher Education Department, Aravind Agrawal, expressed his belief that these colleges will play a crucial role in providing quality education to students in remote areas. During the event, Bonai MLA Laxman Munda and Laxmipur MLA Pabitra Saunta also expressed their gratitude to the state government for their efforts in making higher education accessible to students in remote areas.

The presence of Collectors and Block Development Officers from the eight districts further highlighted the significance of this occasion. Minister Suraj firmly believes that these new government degree colleges will not only attract students to higher education but also help decrease the dropout rate in these areas. With the establishment of these colleges, the state is taking a step towards promoting education and providing equal opportunities for students from all parts of the state. It is a promising step towards a brighter and more empowered future for the youth of Odisha.

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