Bhubaneswar, March 21 -- The discovery of a diamond deposit in Odisha's Nuapada district has sparked excitement among local residents, raising hopes for industrial development and employment opportunities in the region.

The development came into focus after State Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena informed the Assembly about the presence of a diamond reserve in Kalmidadar village under Mota Nuapada panchayat in Sadar block. The announcement has generated optimism among locals, who see it as a potential turning point for the district's economic landscape.

Interestingly, residents claim that diamonds have been found in Kalmidadar village for over two decades. The village, located near the Chhattisgarh border, has long been known for such...