Bhubaneswar, May 11 -- The state government will set up a Science City in Bhubaneswar to promote science and technology in Odisha. This was revealed by Science and Technology Minister Krushna Chandra Patra today.

"The state government is introducing several measures for development of science and technology in Odisha. The government will establish a Science City in Bhubaneswar," said the Minister.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a proposal for allocation of 100 acres land in the capital city for establishment of the Science City, revealed the Minister.

"At present, a few states in India have Science Cities. I have visited Science Cities in Kolkata and Hyderabad. Soon, we will have our own Science City in Bhubaneswar. The...