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Odisha CM Majhi Meets World Bank Chief to Boost State's Development Agenda

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held discussions with World Bank President Ajay Banga to strengthen cooperation across key development sectors. The talks focused on accelerating sustainable growth, skilling youth, enhancing infrastructure, and improving social outcomes. Majhi highlighted the state's reform measures and business-friendly environment, which has attracted significant investment. Both sides agreed to deepen collaboration, aligning with Odisha's long-term vision and the World Bank's strategic objectives.

Key Points: Odisha CM, World Bank President Discuss Enhanced Cooperation

  • Accelerating inclusive development
  • Skilling youth for private jobs
  • Enhancing infrastructure & investment
  • Promoting resilient, tech-driven growth
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Odisha CM holds talk with World Bank President on enhanced cooperation in key development sectors

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi meets World Bank President Ajay Banga to strengthen cooperation on infrastructure, skilling, and sustainable growth.

"appreciated the State's development efforts and reform orientation - World Bank President"

Bhubaneswar, Jan 29

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday held crucial discussions with World Bank President Ajay Banga on measures to strengthen cooperation between the State and the international financial institution across key development sectors and to advance the State's long-term growth and reform agenda. Senior officials of the State Government, including Chief Secretary of Odisha Anu Grag, Development Commissioner D K Singh, and the representatives of the World Bank, attended the meeting held at the Lokaseva Bhavan here.

According to an official statement by the Chief Minister's Office, the discussions focused on accelerating inclusive and sustainable development, skilling India's youth for private sector jobs, enhancing infrastructure, improving social sector outcomes, and promoting resilient and technology-driven growth.

During the meeting, CM Majhi highlighted the state government's flagship initiatives and reform measures aimed at improving growth, such as by enhancing investment in infrastructure, micro, small and medium enterprises, agriculture and allied sectors and tourism, thereby creating employment opportunities especially for youth and women.

Odisha has reformed acts and rules to make it business-friendly and therefore has attracted huge investments. It has ranked second only to Andhra Pradesh with Rs 2.5 lakh crore investment as per December 2025 figures published by CMIE.

The President of the World Bank appreciated the State's development efforts and reform orientation. Banga also congratulated the state for its focus on skill building to create more private sector jobs for the state's youth.

A new World Bank Group-India strategic plan will build on examples like the Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC), Bhubaneshwar, by contributing to India's $4 billion national initiative to upgrade Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs).

He reaffirmed the World Bank's commitment to supporting the State through technical assistance, policy advisory services, and financial cooperation. The World Bank President also emphasised the importance of strengthening institutional capacity and fostering public-private partnerships.

Both sides exchanged views on global and regional economic challenges and the need for collaborative approaches to address issues such as building infrastructure, managing urbanisation and sustainable resource management. They agreed to explore new areas of cooperation aligned with the State's development priorities and the World Bank's strategic objectives.

The Chief Minister also shared the Odisha vision document with the President World Bank. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration and explore new avenues of cooperation aligned with "Odisha vision 2036 and 2047: Viksit Odisha for Viksit Bharat" and the World Bank's strategic framework.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone working in the development sector, I appreciate the focus on "inclusive and sustainable development." It's crucial that growth benefits everyone, especially in rural areas. The emphasis on MSMEs and agriculture is promising.
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Priyanka N
Good to see Odisha getting global recognition. The ranking second in investments is impressive. My only request to the government is to ensure these projects and jobs actually reach the local people and aren't just on paper. Transparency is key.
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Rohit P
Skill India and upgrading ITIs with World Bank support? This is exactly what we need. The CTTC in Bhubaneswar is a good model. More such centres across the state will create a skilled workforce ready for modern industries. Jai Odisha!
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Michael C
The mention of managing urbanization is critical. Bhubaneswar and other cities are growing fast. Hope the partnership brings smart solutions for sustainable urban planning, waste management, and public transport.
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Kavya N
While the vision for 2036/2047 sounds great, I hope the focus remains on ground-level implementation. We often see grand plans but the benefits don't trickle down to the common person. Let's hope for tangible outcomes in health, education, and job creation.

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