Orissa famine of 1866
1866
Drought and poor relief by British authorities caused a famine in Orissa and nearby parts of eastern India. About one million people died, and the disaster led to reforms in famine policy.
Orissa famine of 18661866
Drought and poor relief by British authorities caused a famine in Orissa and nearby parts of eastern India. About one million people died, and the disaster led to reforms in famine policy.