Uday India National Conclave sets bold blueprint for developed Odisha by 2036
emerged as a significant gathering of political leaders, legislators, academics, entrepreneurs, doctors, journalists, and civil society representatives united by a shared ambition: to position Odisha among India’s top five developed states and achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2036.
Bhubaneswar(Jan 19): emerged as a significant gathering of political leaders, legislators, academics, entrepreneurs, doctors, journalists, and civil society representatives united by a shared ambition: to position Odisha among India’s top five developed states and achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2036.
The day-long event began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony accompanied by Vedic chants, symbolising clarity, wisdom, and collective resolve. Attendees were presented with Tulsi plants, reflecting Odisha’s deep cultural and ecological values of purity, healing, and reverence for nature.
Inaugurating the conclave, Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly Smt. Surama Padhy called for a new paradigm of citizen-state partnership. She emphasised that development must become a shared destiny rather than a distant goal, with participatory governance forming the foundation of the state’s future reforms.
Delivering the keynote address, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo outlined a transformative vision for the next decade. He described Odisha as standing on the threshold of unprecedented progress and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a trillion-dollar economy through accelerated reforms in infrastructure, industrialisation, social sectors, and governance efficiency. He also stressed the importance of seamlessly blending the state’s rich civilisational heritage—its temples, traditions, classical arts, and cultural legacy—with modern innovation, technology, and inclusive growth.
Four focused thematic sessions formed the core of the deliberations.
The health panel, moderated by Dr Pawan Gupta, brought together leading medical professionals to discuss strengthening Odisha’s healthcare ecosystem. Key priorities included enhanced cancer care, robust public health infrastructure, deeper research linkages with AIIMS, community-driven palliative care models, and women-led health initiatives.
In the education session, chaired by Dr Dindayal Swain, experts advocated for future-ready universities, strong research ecosystems, full alignment with the National Education Policy 2020, and closer collaboration between academia, industry, and government to equip Odisha’s youth for global opportunities.
The infrastructure and development discussion, led by veteran journalist Dr Prakash Nanda, explored digital connectivity, rural-urban integration, technology-enabled governance, logistics efficiency, and climate-resilient planning—calling for an integrated approach that balances rapid growth with ecological sustainability.
The tourism and culture session, moderated by Prof Sarat Das, highlighted Odisha’s classical arts, temple architecture, eco-tourism potential, and cultural diplomacy. Participants viewed heritage not merely as something to preserve, but as a powerful economic driver capable of fostering sustainable global engagement.
The valedictory session synthesised the day’s insights into a comprehensive rapporteur’s report presented by Prof K.K. Dash, which underscored the critical need for sustained civic engagement across all sectors to convert vision into reality. Leaders urged taking the dialogue beyond Bhubaneswar to every corner of the state—from Koraput, Kalahandi, and Balangir to Sundargarh, Mayurbhanj, Ganjam, and Balasore—ensuring broad-based participation in shaping Odisha’s future.
The conclave also honoured individuals for outstanding contributions in society, entrepreneurship, culture, and leadership, recognising excellence as a source of collective inspiration.
In his concluding remarks, Shri Deepak Rath, Founder and Group Editor of Uday India, reaffirmed the organisation’s resolve to carry this mission forward across Odisha, turning the developmental conversation into a genuine people’s movement.
He announced that Uday India would compile the conclave’s recommendations and formally submit them to the Government of Odisha, reinforcing the conviction that a confident, empowered, and globally competitive Odisha by 2036 is not just an aspiration but a shared, actionable commitment.
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