India, Jan. 15 -- Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg today stressed the need to give top priority to drinking water projects across the state. After chairing a high-level meeting of secretaries, she said discussions were held on strengthening water supply systems in view of public dissatisfaction reported from several areas.

The Chief Secretary said that drinking water issues will be closely reviewed during field visits. She acknowledged that complaints related to water supply have persisted in some regions and need urgent attention.

Discussion on New Initiatives The meeting discussed the possible new initiatives linked to water supply that could be introduced in the upcoming state budget. The meeting reviewed steps for effective implement...