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Odisha Revives Supreme Court Battle Over Kotia and Sets Integrated Development Roadmap

A new high-level committee will coordinate infrastructure upgrades, social welfare and employment initiatives in the disputed Koraput villages.

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Overview

  • Odisha has formally reopened its Supreme Court case over Kotia, a cluster of 21 Koraput villages contested with Andhra Pradesh since British rule.
  • Revenue and disaster management minister Suresh Pujari declared Kotia an inseparable part of Odisha and pledged a robust legal strategy.
  • A 16-member high-level committee convened its first meeting to integrate planning across economic, social and cultural sectors.
  • Departments including health, education and rural development must submit sector-wise action plans within one month.
  • Kotia residents continue to receive welfare benefits from both states through dual-issued Aadhaar and ration cards.