Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik Monday launched the next stage of JAGA Mission - the slum upgradation and de-listing initiative. This slum upgradation and de-listing initiative, aims to improve the living conditions of 18 Lakh slum dwellers by providing them with piped water supply, paved roads, storm water drains, street lights, sanitation, household electricity, community spaces and recreational areas. But more importantly, it encourages the participation of the slum dwellers themselves in the upgradation process.