Naveen Patnaik approves infra projects worth Rs 166 crore in Odisha

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has given approval to the infrastructure projects, worth Rs 166 crore, for the construction of bridges and roads in the state.

During a meeting held here on Saturday, Patnaik directed the officials to expedite the construction work of the projects, officials sources said on Saturday.

The road projects to get Patnaik's approval are: Balipada-Hatiota road in Ganjam, Rajnagar-Dangamal-Talachuan road in Kendrapara, Mahanga-Katikata road in Cuttack district, Angul-Kalamchuin road in Angul district.

The bridges will be constructed over Anga, Jira, Biluakhai and Ib rivers in the state, they said.