Odisha CM Lays Foundation for Rs 28 Billion Industrial Projects

09 Jun 2025 CW Team

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation stone for 12 industrial projects worth over Rs 28 billion at a special event in Chhatrapur, Ganjam district, on Thursday. The projects span diverse sectors including green hydrogen, chemicals, and renewable energy, marking a transformative phase in the region’s industrial development.

“This marks a new milestone in Ganjam’s industrial growth and opens a fresh path to prosperity for the district,” Majhi said. He added that these initiatives are expected to generate more than 15,000 jobs locally.

Highlighting the success of the ‘Make in Odisha 2025’ initiative, the Chief Minister noted that within four months, the state attracted investments totalling Rs 150 billion, creating nearly 90,000 employment opportunities.

Majhi also referenced recent foundation stones laid for projects worth Rs 70 billion in Kalinganagar, Jajpur district, and Rs 50 billion in Dhenkanal district. “Today, we take another step forward with nearly Rs 30 billion of investments here in Ganjam. Our commitment is to build a prosperous Odisha by 2036,” he asserted.

He emphasised the vision of developing a port-based industrial ecosystem, with plans to build 3-4 new ports alongside the existing three. The central government has approved infrastructure projects worth Rs 100 billion in railways and highways, and Odisha will witness the development of 75,000 kilometres of world-class roads and multiple industrial corridors.

Majhi expressed confidence in the youth as the state’s driving force. To address the demand for skilled labour in modern industries, four World Skill Centres will be established. Odisha has partnered with Singapore’s ITEES for advanced skill training, and all Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) are being upgraded to provide contemporary education.

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