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This report assesses the ongoing
transition in Orissa. It examines how and why the successes
were achieved. It attempts to outline the dimensions of the
challenge ahead, as Orissa marches forward into the second
phase of policy and institutional reforms, building on its
improved fiscal position to deliver rapid and inclusive
growth. It highlights key issues and binding or soon-to-be
binding constraints. The concluding section identifies
priorities for public expenditure and public policy outcomes
in the immediate, medium-term, and long-term future. The
report is intended as a contribution to the public debate
and consultation initiated by Government of Orissa on the
state's long-term vision and development strategy until
2020. The first two chapters focus respectively on economic
growth performance and fiscal performance during the past
5-6 years. The subsequent three chapters focus respectively
on key aspects of the outstanding challenge facing the
state, namely: infrastructure, human development, and public
accountability for service delivery. The final chapter
summarizes the main findings and recommendations and poses
considerations about priorities and sequencing.
