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The Odisha government has approved 18 new industrial projects with a massive investment of Rs 4,515 crore. These projects will create over 8,200 employment opportunities across eight different districts in the state. The investment mix includes traditional sectors like steel and tourism alongside emerging sectors like green energy and electric vehicles. This move is part of Odisha's broader strategy to build a sustainable, future-ready economy while ensuring balanced regional growth.

Key Points: Odisha Approves 18 Industrial Projects with Rs 4515 Crore Investment

  • 18 projects approved by State Level Single Window Clearance Authority
  • Rs 750 crore solar cell plant in Ganjam creating 515 jobs
  • Rs 501 crore hyperscale data centre facility in Khordha
  • Electric vehicle manufacturing plant with 10,000 unit annual capacity
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Odisha approves 18 industrial projects with Rs 4,515 crore investment

Odisha govt approves 18 industrial projects worth Rs 4,515 crore, creating 8,200 jobs across 8 districts. Focus on green energy, EVs, and data centers.

"By spreading investments across diverse regions, the government is ensuring that economic growth goes hand in hand with job creation - Official Statement"

Bhubaneswar, Aug 20

The Odisha government on Wednesday approved 18 industrial projects with a proposed investment to the tune of Rs 4,515 crore.

The State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) during its 139th meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Manoj Ahuja on Wednesday cleared the investment proposals.

These projects are expected to create 8,200 employment opportunities across eight districts including Angul, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Jajpur, Jagatsinghpur, Khordha, Sundargarh, and Jharsuguda.

As per an official statement: “By spreading investments across diverse regions, the government is ensuring that economic growth goes hand in hand with job creation, stronger local economies, and equitable industrialization.”

The government further added that the projects approved on Wednesday highlight Odisha’s dual focus—strengthening its traditional growth engines like steel, infrastructure, and tourism, while simultaneously advancing sunrise sectors such as Green Energy, Electric Vehicles, Data Centres, Bio-fuels, and Pharmaceuticals.

This diverse mix of projects underscores the state’s forward-looking strategy to build a sustainable, future-ready economy while ensuring balanced industrial growth across regions.

A Raipur based green energy equipment manufacturing company will set up a 2 GW solar cell manufacturing unit in Ganjam with an investment of Rs 750 crore, creating 515 jobs.

The SLSWCA also approved an investment proposal to set up a 5 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Assembly Plant in Dhenkanal with an investment of Rs 283 crore, which will create 51 jobs.

Similarly, a five-star hotel in Paradip, Jagatsinghpur with an investment of Rs 211 crore is expected to be constructed.

The project is likely to generate 350 jobs in the tourism sector.

Besides, an investment of Rs 300 crore will be made to set up an electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Khordha with an annual capacity of 10,000 units, which will generate 145 jobs.

The state government also approved an investment proposal to develop a hyperscale data centre facility in Khordha with an investment of Rs 501 crore.

The project is expected to generate 450 jobs in the IT sector. The projects cleared in the 139th SLSWCA meeting reaffirm the State’s commitment to generating employment, enhancing value addition, and promoting balanced regional growth.

Odisha is progressing steadily towards building a prosperous, future-ready economy aligned with the vision of Samrudha Odisha 2036, an official said.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great to see investment spreading across multiple districts instead of just concentrating in Bhubaneswar. Dhenkanal, Ganjam, and other regions desperately need industrial development. Hope local youth get priority in employment opportunities.
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Aman W
The solar cell manufacturing unit and battery storage plant are particularly exciting! Odisha has great potential in renewable energy. Hope this attracts more green investments to the state. 🌞
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Sarah B
While the numbers look impressive, I hope the government ensures proper environmental clearances and doesn't compromise on ecological standards. Industrial growth should be sustainable, not at the cost of Odisha's natural beauty.
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Vikram M
The data centre in Khordha is a smart move! With digital transformation accelerating, this will position Odisha well for the future. Plus 450 IT jobs is significant for the local economy. 💻
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Michael C
Good to see the tourism sector getting attention with the five-star hotel in Paradip. Odisha has incredible potential for tourism that remains largely untapped. This could boost both business and leisure travel to the region.
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Nisha Z
I appreciate the balanced approach - traditional industries along with sunrise sectors. But I hope the government monitors implementation closely. Often such announcements don't translate into actual ground-level development. Fingers crossed!

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