NHRC issues final reminder to Malkangiri district collector over alleged failure in addressing the plight of villagers and submission of action taken reports to the commission. Complainant alleges deprivation of basic rights to 20,000 villagers in Malkangiri district due to state government's negligence.
Three people tested positive for cholera in Tagadur village in Nanjangud taluk of the district between May 10 and 18. A total of 114 cases of diarrhoea were reported from this village. Health department data shows that among the 114 who fell ill, 20 are children. Measures taken include shutting down borewells and deploying medical staff at the community health centre.
Residents of Gagalimaha and Pintupadar villages in Kandhamal district threaten poll boycott due to lack of basic amenities. Issues include lack of drinking water, roads, schools, and mobile connectivity. Election boycott scheduled for May 20.
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