The chief minister sanctioned the amount for 761 projects after interacting with the block representatives through video conferencing at the State Secretariat here.
Of the sanctioned amount, Rs 3.67 crore has been earmarked for 209 projects in 20 panchayats of Baipariguda block in Koraput district, Rs 6.25 crore for 154 projects in 25 panchayats of Digapahandi block in Ganjam district and Rs 6.75 crore for 274 projects in 27 panchayats of the Sinapali block in Njuapada district and Rs 3.25 crore for 124 projects in 13 panchayats of the Nabarangpur block in Nabarangpur district.
The chief minister advised the people and the block representatives to ensure timely completion of the projects.
Despite heavy rain in Nabarangpur block, thousands of people were present at the Ama Gaon Ama Bikash programme.
The chief minister expressed happiness over the enthusiasm of the people.
