Bhubaneswar, Feb. 28 -- Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today unveiled a series of projects worth Rs 2200 crore in Balasore, including the inauguration of the Smriti Pith dedicated to Manmath Das and Manoj Das at Shankhari in the district.

In a tribute to both Manmath Das and Manoj Das, the Chief Minister hailed their talents and wisdom, crediting their contributions to history and literature for bringing pride to the nation. He expressed gratitude to the families of Manmath Das and Manoj Das for their unwavering support in establishing this memorial.

During the event, the Chief Minister also introduced the 'Lav' scheme, granting tribal communities in Nilgiri communal forest rights over minor forest produce. Additionally, land righ...