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Odisha Government Approves Unlimited Exam Attempts for Civil Services Aspirants
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What Happened?
The Odisha Cabinet has approved unlimited attempts for civil services exams until candidates reach the upper age limit. This decision is part of 13 proposals aimed at improving infrastructure and education.
Key points
- The Cabinet approved 13 proposals, including a Rs 4,708-crore pumped storage power project.
- Unlimited attempts for the Odisha Civil Services Examination until candidates reach the upper age limit.
- Free Wi-Fi will be provided across 601 colleges, benefiting around six lakh students.
- The government will procure at least 78 lakh metric tonnes of paddy at Rs 3,100 per quintal.
- The tenure of around 5,000 private fair price shop dealers has been extended by one year.
Key insights
- The unlimited attempts policy may increase competition among candidates.
- Providing free Wi-Fi could improve educational access for students in remote areas.
- The paddy procurement policy aims to support local farmers financially.
Why it matters
This decision could enhance opportunities for civil service aspirants in Odisha.
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Odisha· StateMohan Charan Majhi· PersonAnu Garg· PersonPress Trust of India· OrganizationMegha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd· Company
Source
India Today
