Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Friday launched the three-day 'Kalahandi Dialogue', a global conclave on development for the district.
Using the platform, the chief minister also launched several projects for the district.
Though Patnaik was not present at the function due to health issues, he launched the conclave via video-conferencing.
Sujeet Kumar, the Chairperson of Kalahandi Dialogue, explained the reason behind creating the collaborative platform to engage the youth in development dialogue and action.
Kalahandi has undergone transformation from an example of poverty and hunger to a surplus agri-producer, Kumar said/