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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Skips Diwali Celebrations to Aid Flood Victims
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:16 PM
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Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has postponed Diwali festivities to join flood‑relief operations across Odisha, focusing on immediate assistance for affected families.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi of Odisha announced that he will forgo personal Diwali celebrations to oversee flood‑relief efforts in the state. The decision was taken as heavy rains continue to cause widespread flooding in several districts, displacing thousands of residents.
The CM arrived in the hardest‑hit areas early this week, meeting district officials and rescue teams to assess damage and coordinate the distribution of food, shelter and medical supplies. He urged local authorities to expedite relief measures and ensure that vulnerable communities receive timely support.
Majhi emphasized that the government’s priority is to safeguard lives and restore normalcy, stating that festive occasions cannot outweigh the urgency of the crisis. His presence on the ground is intended to boost morale among relief workers and reassure flood‑affected families that the state is fully committed to their recovery.
The move has been widely reported in regional media, highlighting the administration’s hands‑on approach during natural disasters. While Diwali celebrations are expected to continue in other parts of the state, the chief minister’s focus remains on mitigating the impact of the floods and preventing further loss of life.
The CM arrived in the hardest‑hit areas early this week, meeting district officials and rescue teams to assess damage and coordinate the distribution of food, shelter and medical supplies. He urged local authorities to expedite relief measures and ensure that vulnerable communities receive timely support.
Majhi emphasized that the government’s priority is to safeguard lives and restore normalcy, stating that festive occasions cannot outweigh the urgency of the crisis. His presence on the ground is intended to boost morale among relief workers and reassure flood‑affected families that the state is fully committed to their recovery.
The move has been widely reported in regional media, highlighting the administration’s hands‑on approach during natural disasters. While Diwali celebrations are expected to continue in other parts of the state, the chief minister’s focus remains on mitigating the impact of the floods and preventing further loss of life.