Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Odisha Towns Protest for NAC Status, Demand Grows
In Odisha, towns are asking to become Notified Area Councils (NACs), which is a type of local government.
The Chief Minister said he would create 21 new NACs.
However, only 12 have been announced so far, causing protests in some towns.
People are blocking roads and closing shops to get the government's attention.
They want their towns to be included as NACs.
The government says it will announce the rest of the new NACs soon.
Odisha is seeing growing demand for Notified Area Council (NAC) status in various towns.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the formation of 21 new NACs on Independence Day.
Draft notifications have been issued for 12 NACs, while the remaining nine are pending.
Protests, including bandhs and road blockades, have occurred in several towns demanding NAC status.
The government plans to announce the remaining NACs on Local Self-Governance Day, August 31st.
- Who
- Political outfits, citizens' forums, and local organizations in Odisha.
- What
- Growing demand for Notified Area Council (NAC) status in Odisha.
- When
- Following the Chief Minister's August 15th announcement and ongoing protests.
- Where
- Odisha, specifically in towns like Borigumma, Begunia, and Jaipatna.
- Why
- To be recognized as a Notified Area Council and receive associated benefits.
Protestors
Government
NAC Inclusion
Protestors
Want NAC status for their respective towns.
Government
Government's current policy, which doesn't include all the towns.
Government Response
Protestors
Protests including bandhs and road blockades.
Government
Lack of action from government.
- Event
- Demand for NAC status
- Location
- Odisha, India
- Announcement
- 21 new NACs by CM
- Pending NACs
- 9
- Planned Announcement
- August 31st, Local Self-Governance Day