Bhubaneswar, Oct. 13 -- The Odisha government will develop the Mahanadi riverfront at Kataka into a major recreational, cultural and tourism destination at an estimated cost of Rs 133.72 crore, with the state Cabinet on Tuesday approving the bidding process for the ambitious urban rejuvenation project.

The Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved the tender process for the "Integrated Development of Mahanadi Waterfront at Kataka" under the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) mode, with comprehensive operation and maintenance for five years.

Chief Secretary Anu Garg told newspersons after the Cabinet meeting that the Mahanadi riverfront at Kataka had significant environmental, cultural, recreational and t...