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Odisha CM Majhi Launches Rs 40,811 Cr Projects, Aims for 59,000 Jobs

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 36 industrial projects with a massive investment of Rs 40,811 crore. The projects, spanning sectors like green energy, metals, textiles, and IT, are expected to generate more than 59,000 employment opportunities. Majhi stated this marks a shift for Odisha from potential to prosperity and is a significant chapter in building a 'Samruddha Odisha' (Prosperous Odisha). He highlighted that over the last 18-20 months, the state has initiated 109 projects worth about Rs 2.5 lakh crore, creating roughly 1.76 lakh jobs.

Key Points: Odisha Launches Rs 40,811 Cr Industrial Projects

  • 36 industrial projects launched
  • Total investment of Rs 40,811 crore
  • Expected to create over 59,000 jobs
  • Part of state's "second industrial revolution"
  • Projects span green energy, metals, textiles, and more
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Odisha CM launches Rs 40,811 crore industrial projects ​

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches 36 projects worth Rs 40,811 crore, set to create 59,000 jobs and boost state's industrial growth.

"Odisha is progressing from commitment to implementation and from potential to prosperity. - Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, April 8

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 36 industrial projects with investments worth Rs 40,811 crore at Bhuinpur near Begunia in Khordha.​

Of these, 25 projects were inaugurated, while foundation stones have been laid for 11.​

While addressing a public meeting on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that Odisha is no longer just a state with vast potential but is now experiencing the touch of prosperity. ​

He noted that these projects are expected to create more than 59,000 jobs.​

These industrial projects include sectors such as green energy equipment, metals and downstream industries, textiles and apparel, plastics, tourism, agriculture and food processing, defence production, information technology, automobiles, and cement industries. They will be established across various districts and will accelerate the state's economic growth.​

The Chief Minister said that a new yet significant chapter has been added to the golden journey of a 'Samruddha Odisha'. ​

He added that this is the real reflection of the ongoing second industrial revolution in the state. According to him, Odisha is progressing from commitment to implementation and from potential to prosperity, and the government fulfils the promises it makes.​

Majhi further said that in the next two to three years, Odisha will not remain merely a state with potential but will have already begun to experience prosperity. ​

He noted that in the coming years, the state will emerge as a fully developed and prosperous state on the global stage.​

Stating that the creation of 59,000 jobs is no small achievement, the Chief Minister said the state government, over the past 18-20 months, has laid foundation stones and inaugurated 109 projects worth around Rs 2.5 lakh crore, generating approximately 1.76 lakh employment opportunities. ​

He added that today's programme alone has attracted investments of over Rs 40,000 crore and created 59,000 jobs.​

He also said that products which were earlier imported from abroad will now be manufactured on the soil of Khordha. ​

He described this achievement as a matter of pride and honour. Goods manufactured in Odisha will reach global markets, strengthening the state's industrial ecosystem towards self-reliance. These industrial projects will play a crucial role in building an Atmanirbhar Bharat, Majhi added.​

At the beginning of the programme, the Chief Minister participated in a special roundtable meeting with industrialists from different states and outside Odisha, where discussions were held regarding upcoming projects in the state. ​

He assured that the Odisha government is committed to providing all necessary support for industrial development.​

- IANS

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Sarah B
Investing over 40k crore is a massive vote of confidence in Odisha's future. The diversification into IT, textiles, and food processing is smart. Creates a more resilient economy than relying on just one sector. Hope the infrastructure keeps pace with this growth.
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Priyanka N
As someone from Bhubaneswar, I'm thrilled! We've been hearing about Odisha's potential for years. Seeing actual projects being launched feels like progress. Manufacturing goods here that were once imported is a big step for Atmanirbhar Bharat. Jai Odisha! 🙏
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Rahul R
Promises are easy to make. The real test is execution and ensuring these jobs actually materialize for Odia people, not just migrant workers. Also, hope the environmental impact of these industries, especially cement and metals, is managed properly. We need development, but not at the cost of our land.
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Karthik V
This is the kind of news that makes me proud. From minerals to now a diversified industrial hub, Odisha is on the move. The tourism sector inclusion is great too - we have so much untapped potential in our culture and coastline. More power to the state!
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Michael C
Impressive scale of investment. Attracting that much capital requires a stable policy environment. The mention of a roundtable with industrialists is key - continuous dialogue between government and business is essential for sustained growth. Hope other states take note.

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