Odisha
Odisha
Odisha (pronunciation: /ɒˈrɪsə/), also known as Orissa, is an Indian state located in the eastern part of the country. It is surrounded by the states of West Bengal to the north-east, Jharkhand to the north, Chhattisgarh to the west and north-west, and Andhra Pradesh to the south. Odisha has a coastline of 485 kilometres (301 mi) along the Bay of Bengal.
Etymology
The term "Odisha" is derived from the ancient Prakrit word "Odda Visaya" as in the Tirumalai inscription of Rajendra Chola I, which is dated to 1025. "Odda Visaya" or "Odra Visaya" that was used in ancient times is synonymous with the modern term Odisha.
Health in Odisha
Healthcare in Odisha is primarily provided by a mix of public and private sector institutions. The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Odisha, is responsible for the development and administration of the health services. It implements various health programs and schemes to provide affordable, accessible and quality healthcare to the people of Odisha.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Odisha
- Wikipedia's article - Odisha
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