Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of Housing & Urban Development (H&UD), conducted a detailed review of preparations for the upcoming Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) 2025 during her visit to the Central Command and Control Centre (CCC) at Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL).
The CCC is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as the heart of Bhubaneswar’s smart city infrastructure. It operates as the central hub for monitoring and managing urban services, ensuring seamless coordination, and enhancing the city’s preparedness for major events like PBD. During her visit, Ms. Padhee evaluated the CCC’s operations and discussed strategies to utilize its advanced technological capabilities for effective event management.
The discussions focused on key aspects such as Traffic and Mobility Management, Security and Surveillance, Event Coordination, and Public Engagement, all aimed at making the event participatory and inclusive.
Smt Padhee expressed her confidence in Bhubaneswar’s ability to successfully host the prestigious event. “The ICCC exemplifies the power of technology in transforming urban governance. Its capabilities will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025, showcasing Bhubaneswar as a global hub of smart, sustainable, and citizen-friendly practices,” she stated.
It is important to note that, according to the decision made during a high-level meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary of Odisha, a Central Command and Control Centre has begun operations under the direct supervision of Dr N. Thirumal Naik, Vice Chairman of the BDA. Officers from various departments—including Health & Family Welfare, TPCODL, Tourism, WATCO, BSNL, Commissionerate Police, Fire Services, and Transport—have been assigned for first response and effective coordination for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025. The Central Command & Control Centre will operate 24/7 until January 11, 2025.
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Autor(en)/Author(s): Itishree Sethy
Quelle/Source: Pragativadi, 06.01.2025
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