Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at enhancing public convenience, the Odisha government Monday has approved the construction of Atithi Bhawan, a dedicated guest house facility, at Unit-II, Ashok Nagar in Bhubaneswar.
The approval was granted through an order issued by the General Administration and Public Grievance department, as part of the state’s Outreach Programme.
The facility will serve as accommodation for visitors from various districts travelling to the capital for official, healthcare, or other personal reasons. Approximately three acres of land have been allocated for the project, according to the land schedule provided by the Directorate of Estates.
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The development is part of a broader initiative announced by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, who earlier stated that the state government plans to construct 30 district-specific guest houses in Bhubaneswar. These guest houses will provide affordable lodging options for people from all 30 districts of Odisha.
“Each guest house will have 100 rooms, catering to citizens visiting the capital city for healthcare or other needs,” the Minister said, emphasising the government’s commitment to improving accessibility and support infrastructure for people travelling from rural and remote areas.
The initiative reflects the government’s strategic focus on citizen-centric services and inclusive development, particularly in facilitating healthcare access and administrative engagement for district-level visitors.
PNN
