Bhubaneswar, Feb 22: The Odisha Cabinet on Thursday approved a proposal for revised funding for the “Nua-O” initiative under the Integrated Youth Development Programme (IYDP).
The budget for the initiatives has been approved to raise up to Rs 315 Cr.
The “Nua-O,” program is currently being rolled out across the state to realize the full potential of the youth community.
The program initiatives, include promoting sports, cultural & literary activities, and social work specifically tailored for youth within the educational sphere.
The programme also includes organizing sports competitions designed for youth from diverse backgrounds, hosting ‘NUA-O’ district fests, and arranging creative competitions that engage youth in progressive endeavours through digital platforms.
Continuing with the ethos envisioned under ‘Nua-0,’ the government is committed to expanding program activities.
The initiative also aims to increase student participation in district-level “Nua-O” Fest events and introduce Nua-O scholarships for students.
