“My government is committed to promote Odia language and the rich cultural heritage of Odisha,” Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said in his address to the Council of Ministers on completion of two years of his government in 4th term.
Stating that Odisha Official Languages Rules are in advanced stage of formulation for better implementation of Odia in transaction of official business, Patnaik said Odisha Official Languages Act, 1954, is being suitably amended for the purpose.
“I am hopeful that by August 15 this shall be implemented,” Patnaik said.
The CM also announced that “University of Odia Language and Literature” would be established with an aim of teaching and research in Odia language and literature at post graduate, doctoral and post doctoral levels. “Odia Virtual Academy” which has been announced in this year’s budget will soon be a reality, he said, adding as a first step, a five-member advisory committee has been formed.