Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Odisha on July 9
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will visit Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on July 9, 2026. During the visit, the Vice President will grace the National Launch Programme for the issuance of Letters of Authorisation (LoAs) for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the High Seas at the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar, where he will also launch the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document.
Quick Revision
Prelims-testable facts
- 01The Vice-President of India is the second-highest constitutional office in the country.
- 02The Vice-President's visit to Odisha on July 9, 2026, is scheduled for a National Launch Programme.
- 03The programme is related to the issuance of Letters of Authorisation (LoAs) for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the High Seas.
- 04The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar, will host the National Launch Programme.
- 05The Vice-President will also launch the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document during his visit.
- 06Odisha is a state located on the eastern coast of India.
Trap alerts
- Most people think the Vice-President's role is ceremonial, but actually they have significant administrative and legislative powers.
- Most people think the Vice-President can only take over as President in case of vacancy, but actually they can also act as President when the latter is unable to discharge their duties temporarily.
Mains Practice Question
Critically examine the role of Vice-Presidential visits in promoting state-level initiatives and projects, using the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document as a case study.
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During which visit will the Vice-President grace the National Launch Programme for the issuance of Letters of Authorisation (LoAs) for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the High Seas?
- A.July 8, 2026
- B.July 9, 2026
- C.July 10, 2026
- D.July 11, 2026
The Vice-President's visit to Odisha on July 9, 2026 will mark the occasion of the National Launch Programme for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the High Seas.
What document will be launched by the Vice-President during his visit to Odisha?
- A.Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document
- B.National Ocean Policy Report
- C.Sustainable Fisheries Management Plan for India
- D.Indian Maritime Doctrine
The Vice-President will launch the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document during his visit to Odisha.
Consider the following statements regarding Visit of Vice-President to Odisha: 1. The visit is scheduled on July 9, 2025. 2. The Vice President will launch the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document at OUAT. 3. The National Launch Programme for LoAs will be held in Cuttack. How many of the above statements are correct?
- A.Only one
- B.Only two
- C.All three
- D.None
Statement-1 is incorrect because the visit is actually scheduled on July 9, 2026. Statement-2 is correct because it matches the source text. Statement-3 is incorrect because the National Launch Programme will be held at OUAT in Bhubaneswar, not Cuttack.
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will visit Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Statement-II: He is visiting Odisha to launch the National Launch Programme for LoAs and the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
- B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct but Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
- C.Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
- D.Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Statement-1 is correct because it directly quotes from the source text. Statement-2 is also correct because it accurately describes the purpose of his visit, as stated in the source text.