Odisha Clears ₹1.46 Lakh Crore Industrial Projects to Mark 500 Days of Governance
33 proposals approved across 14 districts, expected to generate over 66,000 jobs
Bhubaneswar : In a major push towards economic growth and industrial development, the Odisha government on Saturday approved 33 large-scale industrial projects with a combined investment of ₹1.46 lakh crore. These projects are expected to create nearly 66,000 employment opportunities across the state.
The approvals were announced to commemorate the completion of 500 days of the government under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Officials described this as a significant milestone in the journey towards “Viksit Odisha 2036,” a vision for a self-reliant and advanced state.
Chief Minister Majhi stated that these 500 days represent “a confident, progressive, and investment-ready Odisha.” He added that the trust shown by national and international investors reflects the state’s efficient governance, strong policies, and focus on inclusive development.
The newly approved projects span diverse sectors including IT and Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM), aerospace and defence, textiles and apparel, food processing, tourism, speciality steel, aluminium, semiconductors, chemicals, green energy, green hydrogen and ammonia, data centres, and rare earth materials. This strategic diversification is expected to boost innovation, enhance exports, and strengthen Odisha’s industrial base.
The projects will be set up across 14 districts—Angul, Balangir, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Jharsuguda, Kandhamal, Kendrapara, Khurda, Puri, Sambalpur, and Sundargarh—ensuring balanced regional development. The state government emphasised that special focus is being given to job creation, local resource utilisation, and sustainable development.
During the 42nd High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) meeting chaired by the Chief Minister, 12 major proposals worth ₹1,41,993.54 crore were approved, with the potential to generate 49,745 jobs. Among the largest investments, Adani Enterprises Limited plans to establish a coal-to-chemical unit in Sundargarh district with an investment of ₹84,000 crore, expected to provide employment to around 36,000 people.
Other notable approvals include investments in green hydrogen and ammonia production by ACME Akshay Energy Private Limited, power and renewable energy projects by Jindal India Power Limited, and ESDM sector development by CESC Green Power Limited. These proposals underscore Odisha’s growing focus on new-age technologies and sustainable energy solutions.
Earlier in the day, the 141st Single Window Committee headed by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja cleared 21 investment proposals worth ₹4,019.53 crore, with the potential to create 16,590 jobs. These projects will further support MSME growth, infrastructure development, and local entrepreneurship.
With these approvals, the Odisha government has reinforced its commitment to improve industrial infrastructure, simplify investment processes, and create a conducive business environment. The initiatives are expected to boost economic activities, generate skilled and semi-skilled employment, and strengthen Odisha’s position as a leading investment destination in India.
As the state progresses towards its long-term goals, the focus remains on sustainability, innovation, and welfare-driven development to ensure that growth benefits both industries and communities.
