{"id":53985,"date":"2025-04-04T14:02:47","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T08:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedailymetro.in\/index.php\/2025\/04\/04\/lanjigarh-rural-haat-kalahandi-collector-dedicates-36-new-shop-rooms-built-by-vedanta-and-nabard\/"},"modified":"2025-04-04T14:02:47","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T08:32:47","slug":"lanjigarh-rural-haat-kalahandi-collector-dedicates-36-new-shop-rooms-built-by-vedanta-and-nabard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedailymetro.in\/index.php\/2025\/04\/04\/lanjigarh-rural-haat-kalahandi-collector-dedicates-36-new-shop-rooms-built-by-vedanta-and-nabard\/","title":{"rendered":"Lanjigarh Rural Haat: Kalahandi Collector dedicates 36 new shop rooms built by Vedanta and NABARD"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Lanjigarh (Odisha) [India], April 4:\u00a0<\/strong>Kalahandi Collector today not only inaugurated the newly-constructed 36 shop rooms meant for the Lanjigarh Rural Haat, but also formally handed them over to the Panchayat for the benefits of the locals.<\/p>\n<p>In his keynote address, Kalahandi Collector Sachin Pawar said, \u201cThe Rural Haat in Lanjigarh is a significant step towards strengthening rural economies and uplifting local communities. With Vedanta\u2019s support, this initiative is providing modern infrastructure, better market access, and new opportunities for farmers, self-help groups, and small retailers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSuch collaborations between industry and administration are crucial in driving inclusive development. We look forward to Vedanta\u2019s continued efforts in fostering sustainable growth and empowering the people of Lanjigarh for a brighter future,\u201d commented the Collector.<\/p>\n<p>Alumina Business CEO Pranab Bhattacharyya said, \u201cAt Vedanta Lanjigarh, we are committed to fostering sustainable growth and empowering rural communities. The Rural Haat is a testament to our partnership with NABARD and Mahashakti Foundation, creating a robust marketplace for farmers and local producers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy providing world-class infrastructure, we aim to enhance livelihoods, strengthen economic opportunities, and build a self-sustaining ecosystem for the people of Lanjigarh. This initiative is a step towards a more prosperous and resilient rural economy, where communities can thrive for generations to come,\u201d added the CEO.<\/p>\n<p>Built at an estimated cost of Rs 80.90 lakh jointly aided by Vedanata Aluminium and NABARD, the project has been executed by the local agency Mahashakti Foundation on the Panchayat-owned 2.5 acres of land with adequate lighting facilities and other basic amenities.<\/p>\n<p>The newly-constructed 36 shop rooms, handed over to the Panchayat today, are meant for the daily market purpose so that the peripheral small and marginal farmers as well as the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) could reap the benefits of marketing their products directly with the customers.<\/p>\n<p>Prominent among other dignitaries, the inaugural function was also graced by NABARD DGM Maheswar Das, Lanjigarh Panchayat Samiti chairperson Kamala Patra, Lanjigarh sarpanch Saraswati Munda, Mahashakti Foundation MD Jugal Kishore Pattnaik, Lanjigarh Anchalik Vikash Parishad president Shridhar Peshnia, former Lanjigarh Zilla Parishad member Rajendra Pratap Singhdeo, former Lanjigarh sarpanch Chandradhwaj Peshnia and Lanjigarh CSR head Shishir Tarapdar, while the programme was managed by Tiku Shrimukh Agasti.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. 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