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Odisha CM Majhi: Skill Development Key to Jobs, Industrial Growth by 2036

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that large-scale industrialization has begun in Odisha, with skill development being a key pillar for creating employment within the state. He linked enhanced youth skills to realizing the vision of a prosperous Odisha by 2036 and a developed India by 2047. The government has approved projects worth Rs 6.15 lakh crore over 18 months, expected to generate lakhs of jobs. Initiatives include upgrading 47 ITIs to Centres of Excellence and establishing AI laboratories to foster advanced skill training.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Links Skill Development to Jobs, Industrial Growth

  • Rs 6.15 lakh crore projects approved
  • 3.64 lakh jobs expected
  • 47 ITIs to be upgraded
  • AI labs in nine ITIs
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Skill development key to jobs and industrial growth in Odisha: CM Mohan Charan Majhi

CM Mohan Charan Majhi emphasizes skill development as a pillar for jobs, industrial growth, and achieving a 'Sammrudha Odisha' by 2036.

"The more our youth become skilled and confident, the better they can shape a bright future for themselves. - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Jan 9

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday called upon students to hone their skills in any field of their choice, to be industry-ready and secure an employment, within Odisha itself.

While addressing the students during the closing ceremony of the Odisha Skills Competition 2025-26 here, Majhi said, "A large-scale industrialisation process has now started in Odisha. If people make themselves skilled in any field, they will find employment within Odisha itself, as our objective is to achieve excellence at every level of the skills sector."

The Chief Minister further stated that Skills are extremely necessary for a sustainable development and economic progress of the state.

"The more our youth become skilled and confident, the better they can shape a bright future for themselves. This, in turn, will help in realisation of the vision of a 'Sammrudha Odisha' by 2036 and a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. When the future of the youth is bright, the future of Odisha will also be bright," said Majhi.

He also underscored that the three main pillars of the state's industrialisation goals include infrastructure development, creation of a favourable environment for industrial establishment, and skill development. The Chief Minister noted that efforts are on by the state government to make a great industrial ecosystem in Odisha by strengthening all these sectors.

Over the past 18 months, projects worth Rs 6.15 lakh crore have been approved, which are expected to generate employment for 3.64 lakh people.

CM Majhi further stated that the government is making efforts to enhance students' skills. The Utkarsh ITI Scheme has been approved by the state Cabinet.

He said 47 ITIs across the state will be upgraded into Centres of Excellence, with improved infrastructure and advanced skill-based training facilities. Additionally, AI laboratories are being established in nine ITIs across the state to promote skill development in the field of artificial intelligence.

On the occasion, CM Majhi felicitated students who delivered outstanding performances in Odisha Skills Competition 2025-26.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Rs 6.15 lakh crore in projects is a huge number. Hope these are real, ground-level investments and not just MoUs signed in ceremonies. The government needs to ensure transparency in how these projects progress and actually create the 3.64 lakh jobs promised.
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Aman W
Skill development is the need of the hour. But upgrading 47 ITIs is just a start. The quality of trainers and updated curriculum matching industry needs is more important than just infrastructure. Hope they get that right.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in HR for a manufacturing firm, I can say there is a massive gap between what colleges teach and what industries need. Initiatives like Utkarsh ITI Scheme, if implemented well, can bridge this gap effectively. Good focus by the CM.
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Karthik V
Vision of 'Sammrudha Odisha' and 'Viksit Bharat' is inspiring. But this cannot be just a government effort. Private companies need to partner actively with these ITIs for apprenticeships and on-the-job training. That's the real key to being 'industry-ready'.
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Nisha Z
My brother studied in an ITI in Cuttack. The machines were old and teachers were not motivated. Hearing about AI labs and Centres of Excellence gives me hope for current students. Hope the upgrade reaches all districts, not just major cities.

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