CM Majhi Pushes for Strong MSME Growth in Odisha
At the Odisha Industrial Conclave 2025, the Chief Minister highlights fast project approvals, strong infrastructure spending, and women-led entrepreneurship as key drivers of MSME growth.
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is strengthening its vision to position the state as the MSME gateway of eastern India, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said while addressing the Odisha Industrial Conclave 2025, organised by Laghu Udyog Bharati (LUB). He described Odisha as a “land of possibilities” with immense potential for industries and small businesses.
Majhi said that Odisha has now become one of the most attractive destinations for MSMEs in the country. He highlighted that the state’s Go-Swift single-window system is enabling same-day approval for new projects, making it easier for entrepreneurs to begin operations without delays. He added that Odisha has invested nearly 6.1 percent of its GDP in infrastructure development, which is expected to further boost both industrial growth and MSME expansion.
The Chief Minister also spoke about the massive impact of the Subhadra Yojana, calling it a mission that is transforming the lives of rural women. According to him, the scheme is not just financial support but a means to empower mothers to start small businesses and achieve financial independence. He noted that the initiative has already helped create 17 lakh “Lakhpati Didis,” making Odisha one of the leading states in women-led economic progress.
Majhi shared global trends showing the growing importance of small industries, stating that MSMEs account for 90 percent of global businesses and nearly 50 percent of all jobs. He added that seven out of 10 jobs in the formal sector worldwide now come from small enterprises. “Small industries not only support the economy but also enrich it,” he said, while reaffirming the state’s commitment to “Viksit Odisha O Viksit Bharat.”
The Chief Minister praised LUB for supporting over 980 industrial units, generating local jobs, encouraging entrepreneurship, and contributing to the goal of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. He welcomed LUB’s plan to establish a new office in Bhubaneswar, saying it will strengthen coordination between industry and government from the grassroots to the district level.
MSME Minister Gokulananda Mallik also addressed the conclave and said the state government is taking strong steps to promote local products, empower artisans, and improve MSME competitiveness. He mentioned that an Ekta Mall is being set up at Gandamunda with an investment of ₹187 crore to support local businesses. He added that MSME parks are being developed across all 30 districts, with work nearing completion in 14 of them.
The day-long industrial conclave brought together over 1,000 delegates from various sectors. The event featured panel discussions, B2B meetings, and awareness programmes aimed at helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses and explore new opportunities.
