TNI Bureau: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi has initiated measures to meet the longstanding demands of journalists. A high-level committee led by MLA Babu Singh recommended reforms, including a pension scheme, Journalist Protection Act, and enhanced I&PR recruitment.

The committee also recommended expansion of the Gopabandhu Health Insurance scheme to cover dependent parents of journalists, ensuring improved welfare and strengthened media infrastructure.

The Utkal Sambadika Sangha in Odisha, has been pursuing these demands for a long time under the leadership of Senior Journalist Bibhuti Bhushan Kar. Mohan Majhi, as the BJP MLA before 2024 elections, had supported the demands, and assured full support in the fight of journalists.