CM Majhi Unveils Industrial Roadmap with Aim to Create 2.9 Lakh Jobs in a Year Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has laid out an ambitious industrial roadmap under the ‘Samrudha Odisha 2036’ initiative, setting a target of ₹4.5 lakh crore in investments and creation of 2.9 lakh jobs within a single year. The announcement…
Government university, medical college, and ₹6,600 crore in private investments position Bhadrak as an emerging growth hub Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Monday launched and laid foundation stones for 13 major public welfare projects worth approximately ₹275 crore in Baliapada, Bhadrak district, underscoring the state government’s commitment to regional development and inclusive growth. Of…
State receives ₹3,836 crore NABARD loan in FY 2024–25; High Power Committee calls for accelerated infrastructure delivery In a testament to Odisha’s strong performance in rural development, the state has emerged as the top performer in implementing Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) projects in the country for the fiscal year 2024–25. The development was highlighted…
Strategic infrastructure project to support integrated steel plant, generate over 3,000 jobs In a major boost to Odisha’s maritime and industrial logistics ecosystem, the State Cabinet has approved the Concession Agreement with JSW Utkal Steel Limited for the development of a greenfield captive jetty at Jatadhar Muhan in Jagatsinghpur district. The approval clears the way…
Focus on Real-Time Tracking, Reducing Bureaucratic Delays, and Policy Implementation In a decisive move to enhance administrative efficiency and ensure effective implementation of the 2025–26 state budget, Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all departments to conduct monthly reviews of project progress and expenditure. The directive came during a high-level financial review meeting held…
State government eyes digital leap with new innovation and startup hub in Bhubaneswar In a major push towards digital transformation, the Odisha government has unveiled plans to demolish the old Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) building in Bhubaneswar and construct a state-of-the-art Technology Business Tower in its place. The initiative aims to accelerate the state’s…
Key changes in Odisha’s administrative structure include new leadership in I\&PR and PM Poshan programmes In a significant administrative reshuffle at the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) level, Anuj Kumar Das Pattnaik has been appointed as the new Director of the Information and Public Relations (I\&PR) Department. The change was officially notified by the state government…
Minister Sampad Swain Directs Swift Action on Land and Clearances for Paradeep and Bhadrak Ventures In a decisive move to bolster Odisha’s industrial growth, Industries and Skill Development Minister Sampad Chandra Swain chaired a high-level meeting today at Kharavel Bhawan, directing officials to expedite land acquisition and statutory clearances for two major Indian Oil Corporation…
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Lays Foundation Stone for Advanced Ferro Chrome Plant In a significant boost to Odisha’s industrial landscape, Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi today laid the foundation stone for Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys Ltd’s (IMFA) new state-of-the-art ferro chrome plant at Kalinga Nagar, Jajpur. The move marks a pivotal step in…
Mega Project to Boost Odisha’s Industry and Create Thousands of Jobs Tata Steel is set to inaugurate the second phase of its steel plant at Kalinganagar in Odisha’s Jajpur district on May 22. This major expansion, with an investment of Rs 63,000 crore, is expected to generate thousands of job opportunities and boost industrial growth…
