Samikshya Portal Launched in Odisha: A Step Towards Transparent Governance
Some days become special not because of celebrations, but because they mark the beginning of something meaningful.
On Wednesday, 28th January 2026, at around 7:12 PM, the Samikshya Portal was officially inaugurated at the Chief Minister’s Conference Hall, located inside Lok Seva Bhawan, Odisha State Secretariat, Bhubaneswar. The portal was launched by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, in the presence of senior government officials and project partners.
The launch of Samikshya marks an important step towards making governance more transparent, accountable, and citizen-friendly across Odisha.
Dignitaries Present at the Inauguration
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior leaders and officials from the Government of Odisha, reflecting the importance of the initiative.
Key dignitaries present included:
- Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha
- Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha
- Dr. Arun Kumar Panda, Chairman, 6th State Finance Commission, Odisha
- Shri Girish S. N., IAS, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, PR and DW Department
- Shrimati Anu Garg, Development Commissioner of Odisha
- Dr. Pradeep Kumar Raut, OAS (SS), CEO, Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC)
From Luminous Infoways, the technology partner for the project:
- Shri Tanmay Mohanty, CEO and Managing Director
- Shri Arun Kumar Rout, Project Manager
- Senior officials and team members of Luminous Infoways
What is the Samikshya Portal?
The Samikshya Portal is an online platform developed by the Government of Odisha to help citizens see and track development projects funded under the State Finance Commission (SFC) and Central Finance Commission (CFC).
It shows projects implemented by Panchayat Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across rural and urban areas of Odisha.
The purpose of the portal is simple:
to help citizens understand what development work is happening in their area and how public funds are being used.
Through this portal, citizens can:
- View development projects in their locality
- Check project status from approval to completion
- See financial details such as sanctioned amount, expenditure, and balance
- Access all information without any login
All information is presented using maps, dashboards, and simple visuals, making it easy for everyone to understand.
How Citizens Can Use the Portal
Using the Samikshya Portal is easy and open to all:
- Visit the official website samikshya.odisha.gov.in
- Click on the Odisha state map
- Select your district
- Choose Rural or Urban area
- Select Block and Gram Panchayat (for rural) or ULB and Ward (for urban)
- View detailed project and fund information on the dashboard
Citizens can see project stages such as approval, work order issued, work started, and work completed, along with financial progress.
👉 For a detailed step-by-step explanation, readers can refer to the infographics attached with this post.
A Platform Built for Citizen Participation
As highlighted in the official department communication and public awareness content, Samikshya is designed as a people-centric platform.
It allows citizens to:
- Track development work in their area
- Stay informed without visiting government offices
- Become active participants in transparent governance
The portal also includes a Gen AI chatbot, available in Odia and English, to help citizens easily access information.
Media Coverage and Public Outreach
The launch of the Samikshya Portal has also received media attention.
Kanak News covered the event in its report titled:
“Odisha CM Receives 6th State Finance Commission Final Report | ‘Samiksha’ Portal Launched”
▶️ Watch the coverage here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixzlSDbxo7A
The coverage highlights the vision behind the portal and its role in enabling citizens to monitor development work across the
Effort Behind the Launch
Although the Samikshya Portal was launched on 28th January, the work behind it involved months of planning, coordination, and teamwork. The project required close collaboration across departments and technical teams, along with careful handling of tight timelines and responsibilities.
Teams from development, systems, pre-sales, and tender worked together to successfully deliver the Samikshya Portal. Every individual involved contributed with dedication and commitment, helping ensure a smooth and successful launch.
A Proud Moment for Luminous Infoways
For Luminous Infoways, being part of the Samikshya Portal is a matter of pride. The project reflects the trust placed by the Government of Odisha and OCAC in the company’s ability to deliver large-scale, citizen-focused digital platforms.
This initiative strengthens Luminous Infoways’ commitment to building technology solutions that support transparency and public awareness.
This achievement belongs to every team member who contributed with dedication, both on the front end and behind the scenes.
Looking Ahead
Samikshya is more than just a portal. It is a step towards open governance where citizens can see, track, and understand development work in their own areas.
As more people start using the platform, it will help build trust between the government and citizens and encourage active involvement.
With the launch of the Samikshya Portal, Odisha moves forward with a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and growth that benefits everyone.
Written by:
Aishwarya Mishra
Product Associate (Content Strategy & Product Analysis)