Voices against vulgarityThe arrest of organisers behind an obscene opera performance in Chhattisgarh has created ripples in neighbouring Odisha. The dancer, hailing from Odisha, has faced criticism for staging similar obscene shows in Odisha, drawing criticism from several sections of society.
In the wake of the Chhattisgarh action, voices are now growing in Odisha demanding a similar crackdown on such performers.
‘Right’ messageWhile attending an awareness campaign for ‘road safety’ month, the chief minister recently advised women not to allow their husbands to touch their vehicles after consuming alcohol. He said driving a vehicle after drinking alcohol was dangerous, and women could make their husbands refrain from drunk driving.
A social media user posted, “Chief minister also knows the power of wives at home. He tries to give the message to the right person.
“Chilika visitGovernor Hari Babu Kambhampati was recently spotted at Mangalajodi in Chilika lake. Wearing safety gear and joined by his wife on a boat, he later posted a set of scenic photos on social media. “A truly enriching visit to Mangalajodi, where nature and community stewardship go hand in hand. Witnessing the serene wetlands, vibrant migratory birds, and the inspiring community-led eco-tourism model was a heartening experience.
Mangalajodi beautifully demonstrates how collective effort can protect biodiversity while creating sustainable livelihoods,” the caption read. Vehicle lensBhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has been facing criticism for sending a trolley tempo for door-to-door garbage collection to a city locality despite having a dedicated fleet of ‘Safa’ vehicles. A social media user wrote, “In a scramble to score better in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has gone into overdrive by pushing trolley tempos for door-to-door waste collection even as dozens of its Safa vehicles lie unused.
