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Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has set an ambitious goal to transform Odisha into India's manufacturing hub. The state government laid foundation stones for 27 industries with over Rs 25,000 crore investment. These projects are expected to create employment opportunities for more than 52,000 youths across 12 districts. The BJP government has approved 260 industrial projects totaling Rs 5.6 lakh crore since assuming power 15 months ago.

Key Points: CM Mohan Majhi Aims to Make Odisha India Manufacturing Hub

  • Rs 25,000 crore investment for 27 industrial projects across 12 districts
  • Expected to generate over 52,000 employment opportunities for youth
  • 260 industrial projects approved with Rs 5.6 lakh crore investment
  • Government removing bureaucratic hurdles and offering industry-specific incentives
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CM Majhi sets aim to make Odisha the manufacturing hub of India

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi announces Rs 25,000 crore investment for 27 projects, targeting 52,000 jobs and positioning state as manufacturing hub of Eastern India.

"We are attracting investors towards production of high-value products to transform Odisha into the manufacturing hub of Eastern India - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Sep 15

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said on Monday that the state government is focusing on the production of high-value products to transform the state into the manufacturing hub of India.

While attending a foundation stone-laying programme, CM Majhi said, "When Odisha attracts some investment, then the confidence of industries in Odisha also increases. Investors' trust in the Odisha government's policies and commitment for the establishment of industry is steadily increasing."

"We are attracting investors towards the production of various high-value products to transform Odisha into the manufacturing hub of Eastern India. We are now producing goods that can compete in the global market by moving up the manufacturing value chain," he added.

The foundation stone for 27 industries across 12 districts of the state was laid during the event held at the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology Convention Centre here on Monday.

As per the official statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office, CM Majhi announced on the occasion that an investment of more than Rs 25,000 crore is being made for the implementation of 27 projects, and this is expected to create employment opportunities for more than 52,000 youths.

"Our (BJP) government has assumed power in Odisha for just 15 months. In this short span of time, our government has approved 260 industrial projects which are expected to bring in an investment of Rs 5.6 lakh crore and create employment opportunities for 3.6 lakh people. We also laid the foundation stone for 84 industrial projects during this period. Through this, more than Rs 2 lakh crore of investment has been made in Odisha, and around 1.64 lakh employment opportunities have been created," the Chief Minister added.

Assuring the industrialists at the event, CM Majhi said that along with necessary policies, the state government is also offering industry-specific special incentives for the establishment of industries in Odisha.

"Bureaucratic hurdles in the government system have been removed. In the journey of establishment of industries, we are always ready to extend a helping hand to industrialists. Our government is prepared to resolve any issues faced by industrialists and provide necessary support whenever required," he added.

He also urged the industries and their owners to plant saplings in their respective areas to make "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0" initiative a huge success.

- IANS

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Priya S
Hope these employment opportunities actually reach local youth and not just outsiders. Odisha's talent deserves first preference in these new industries. The 52,000 jobs number sounds promising!
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Michael C
As someone who has invested in manufacturing in India, I appreciate the focus on removing bureaucratic hurdles. That's often the biggest challenge for foreign investors looking at Indian states.
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Ananya R
While the vision is good, I hope they also focus on sustainable manufacturing. Odisha's beautiful environment shouldn't be sacrificed for industrial growth. The tree plantation initiative is a nice touch though 🌱
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Suresh O
ढ़isha has always been rich in minerals and resources. Good to see finally someone is tapping into that potential properly. If executed well, this could compete with Gujarat and Maharashtra's manufacturing sectors.
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Kavya N
The numbers sound impressive but I'll believe it when I see actual factories functioning and people getting jobs. Too many announcements, too little implementation has been our story so far. Hope this government delivers!
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Vikram M
High-value products is the right approach! We need to move beyond raw material exports and actually manufacture finished goods that command better prices in international markets. Smart thinking by CM Majhi.

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