Bhubaneswar, Oct. 12 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday called for transforming the pilgrim town into a world-class heritage and tourism destination without compromising its religious traditions, cultural heritage and local livelihoodsChairing a high level review meeting on a wide range of infrastructure, heritage conservation and tourism projects in Puri district,the Chief Minister directed officials to ensure time-bound execution, accelerate key works and prioritise the interests of local residents, servitors and traders.
Majhi said Puri was not merely a district but a symbol of Odisha's identity and a centre of faith for millions of devotees of Lord Jagannath across the world.
The meeting reviewed the progress of the...