The first session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly is scheduled to commence on July 22, 2024, with Governor Raghubar Das delivering the opening address, followed by a motion of thanks. The session agenda includes the election of the Deputy Speaker on July 23 and the presentation of the Odisha budget for 2024-25 on July 25, followed by discussions on July 29-31. Concurrently, preparations for the Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra on July 7 are underway, with extensive arrangements including a 225-bed super specialty hospital and enhanced police deployment for the festival's smooth conduct.
