Bhubaneswar, Feb. 27 -- In a new initiative, the Odisha government will launch the "Nabin Odisha Magic Card", a points-based smart card that will engage and empower the youth, enabling them to move forward and create a platform to achieve their dreams, on March 5.

The online registration portal for this card will be launched on March 5, 2024. The distribution of the card will be on August 15.

"This card will be a "Passport to Prosperity." Based on points earned through various activities and parameters, the cards will be upgraded to Silver, Gold and Platinum levels. The cards will be allotted and upgraded based on the performance of students in terms of attendance, discipline, academic performance, participation in extracurricular activ...