Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has marked a significant milestone in the state's industrial journey by laying the foundation stone for 27 industries spread across 12 districts, promising to catapult Odisha into a leading industrial hub in India ¹ ² ³.
Key Highlights
- Investment: Over ₹25,000 crore investment expected.
- Employment: More than 52,000 youth to benefit from job opportunities.
- Districts Covered: Ganjam, Khordha, Jharsuguda, Koraput, Angul, Sundargarh, Bhadrak, Puri, Cuttack, Sambalpur among others.
Government's Industrial Push
- Approvals: 260 industrial projects approved in 15 months, attracting ₹5.6 lakh crore investment, generating 3.6 lakh jobs.
- Foundation Stones Laid: 84 projects earlier, bringing ₹2 lakh crore investment, creating 1.64 lakh jobs.
- Policy Support: Industry-friendly policies, removal of bureaucratic hurdles emphasized.
Sustainability Focus
- Ek Peed Ma Ki Naam 2.0: CM advocates tree planting in industrial areas for environmental harmony.
Key Attendees- Industries Minister: Sampada Chandra Swain highlighted Odisha's industrial potential.
- Officials: Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, Development Commissioner Anu Garg present.