India, March 7 -- People in Odisha will now be able to access over 400 government services, including birth and death certificates and driving licenses, on WhatsApp, officials said.

An agreement regarding this was signed between the Centre for Modernising Government Initiative (CMGI) and Meta India here on Friday.

A total of 429 government services will be available on a single WhatsApp number, officials said.

Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja said, "The government of Odisha is committed to delivering seamless public services, ensuring that every citizen experiences convenience and efficiency at the last mile. This commitment is underscored by our investment in technology and training, aiming to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles and enhance ov...