Odisha Govt approves 23 industrial projects worth over Rs 4,573 crore
Bhubaneswar, July 22
The Odisha Government on Tuesday approved 23 major industrial projects worth Rs 4,573.87 crore with the potential to generate 22,873 employment opportunities across the state, marking another significant step towards achieving the vision of 'Samruddha Odisha' by 2036.
The projects received clearance at the 148th meeting of the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg.
"The approved projects represent a diverse mix of sectors including Information Technology and ITES, Green Energy Equipment, Battery and Energy Storage, Chemicals, Textile and Apparel, Food Processing, Steel Downstream, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, Infrastructure, Healthcare and Tourism, reflecting Odisha's continued efforts to promote balanced industrial development and attract investments in both traditional and emerging sectors," the state govt informed in an official statement.
It also added that the projects will be established across 11 districts: Angul, Balangir, Kataka, Ganjam, Jajpur, Kendujhar, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, Nuapada, Puri and Sundargarh, further expanding industrial activities across different regions of the State and creating employment opportunities at the local level.
Among the biggest investments, ACME Cleantech Solutions Pvt Ltd will set up an alkaline electrolyser manufacturing unit with a production capacity of up to 3 GW per annum in Ganjam at an investment of Rs 778 crore, generating 480 jobs.
The project is expected to strengthen Odisha's position in the green hydrogen and renewable energy value chain. In the IT sector, HCL Technologies Ltd will establish a Global Development Centre in Khordha with an investment of Rs 730 crore, creating 6,000 employment opportunities and further boosting Odisha's growing technology ecosystem. The textile and apparel sector attracted significant investments.
SAPL Industries Pvt Ltd will establish a ready-made garment manufacturing unit in Puri with an investment of Rs 254 crore, generating 4,570 jobs. Richa Global Exports Pvt Ltd and SPL Industries Ltd will also set up garment manufacturing units in Puri, creating another 5,500 jobs.
In the chemical sector, Transpek Industry Ltd will establish a speciality chemicals manufacturing facility in Ganjam with an investment of Rs 343 crore, while Growing Tree Oil and Refinery Pvt Ltd will invest Rs 250 crore in an integrated manufacturing complex in Nuapada comprising solvent extraction, oil refining, cashew processing, starch-based products, animal feed, a distillation unit and a 9 MW co-generation plant.
The healthcare sector also received a major boost, with DION Riverside Township Pvt Ltd securing approval to establish a 300-bed multi-speciality hospital in Kataka with an investment of Rs 275.89 crore, creating 941 jobs.
The government asserted that the projects, spread across multiple districts, reflect Odisha's continued focus on attracting quality investments through a streamlined Single Window Clearance system while promoting industrial diversification, employment generation and balanced regional development.
— IANS
Reader Comments
6,000 jobs from HCL in Khordha is fantastic news for our tech talent. But why does most IT investment go to Bhubaneswar? Districts like Mayurbhanj also need such opportunities. Balanced development should mean all regions get a fair share.
The 300-bed hospital in Cuttack for Rs 275 crore is overdue. Healthcare is still a major concern in many districts. Hope this is not just another corporate hospital with expensive rates. Need affordable healthcare for common people.
Interesting project distribution across 11 districts. The solar electrolyser unit in Ganjam (Rs 778 crore) and garment units in Puri could really transform local economies. But I'm skeptical about actual job creation - past announcements haven't always materialized. Need robust monitoring.
Single Window clearance is a good move - reduces red tape. But I hope the government ensures environmental clearances are not compromised. Especially the chemical plant in Ganjam - we need proper safeguards. Development should not come at cost of our rivers and forests. 🌿
Textile and garment sector creating over 10,000 jobs is encouraging! Odisha has traditional weaving skills - this could be a perfect match. But why no mention of skill development programs to prepare our workforce for these jobs? Need parallel investment in training.
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