Bhubaneswar, Nov. 10 -- Construction of a petrol pump on the banks of the historic Jagannath Sagar Lake in Jeypore town of Koraput district in Odisha triggered public concern. Residents have reportedly questioned how such construction is being undertaken close to the waterbody. Whether the project is legal or not will be determined after an administrative inquiry. Complaints have been filed by several organisations in this regard.

Following a letter from local social worker Basanta Patra to the Chief Secretary, the State Forest and Environment Department has directed the District Collector to conduct an immediate investigation and submit a report.

Construction of the petrol pump has been underway for the past two months, sources said. ...