Odisha H&UD Dept Hits Record ₹8,575 Cr Spending

The Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of Odisha has achieved a record five-year high in financial utilisation, marking a significant milestone in urban governance.

As of March 31, 2026, the department reported spending Rs 8,575.61 crore, a sharp rise from Rs 6,996.92 crore in 2022–23.

Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra and Additional Chief Secretary Smt. Usha Padhee credited rigorous monitoring and citizen-centric governance for the achievement.

Financial utilisation improved to 86.50%, compared to 73.47% last year.

State sector schemes saw a major boost, with spending rising to Rs 4,285.45 crore and utilisation reaching 98.18%.

Transfers to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) maintained near-total utilisation at 99.70% for the fourth consecutive year, amounting to Rs 1,489.51 crore.

Centrally Sponsored Schemes also gained momentum, with expenditure more than doubling to Rs 1,144 crore.

Looking ahead, the department has set a record budget estimate of Rs 10,726.87 crore for 2026–27, underscoring its commitment to infrastructure expansion and efficient service delivery.

This strategic approach aligns with the vision of a “Viksit Odisha,” focusing on sustainable urban growth and improved citizen services.