# Bedimatha, historic freedom fighters’ hub in Odisha, lies neglected 2026-08-13T17:06:20+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Bedimatha site in Jagatsinghpur, Odisha, where freedom fighters once met to plan against British rule, is now neglected. Locals say it lacks an approach road and any real recognition. Odisha TV reports that during the Salt Satyagraha, British police chained and detained activists there, giving the place its name, Bedimatha, or shackle monastery. Prominent fighters like Narayan Birabara Samant and others gathered in its secluded location, shielded by rivers and dense vegetation. Despite visits from elected representatives, no development has happened. Freedom fighters’ descendants and intellectuals blame administrative apathy and a lack of political will. The district administration did not comment on the demand for comprehensive development and proper recognition. ## Coverage - odishatv.in Tags: Bedimatha, freedom struggle, heritage neglect, Jagatsinghpur, Odisha, Salt Satyagraha Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/bedimatha-historic-freedom-fighters-hub-in-odisha-lies-neglected/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/bedimatha-historic-freedom-fighters-hub-in-odisha-lies-neglected/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.