Rayagada, Oct. 28 -- Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida flagged off a special train from Rayagada railway station on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), emphasising the need to achieve a Naxal-free India and promote inclusive development in regions previously affected by Naxalism.

Speaking about the objective of the Ekta Yatra and the commitment to national unity, Parida said, "We will take a pledge to focus on achieving a Naxal-free India and fostering inclusive development, ensuring that these regions-now free from the Naxalite menace-actively participate in the nation's progress. This Ekta Yatra will be a historic occasion; people from every district across India that has been liberated from Naxalism wi...