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….
Five departmental plans cleared during 29th Cabinet meeting chaired by CM Mohan Majhi Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Cabinet held its 29th meeting on October 25, 2025, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the conference hall of Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. The session focused on fast-tracking development initiatives across major sectors,…
CM Mohan Charan Majhi reviews progress, calls for future-ready infrastructure and focus on sports development in Keonjhar Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed the Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IDCO) to complete the construction of the iconic Kalamandal project in Bhubaneswar by May 2026. The instruction came during a high-level review meeting at…
Focus on downstream industries, aluminium parks, and ferro-alloy plant to generate jobs and strengthen state economy Bhubaneswar : In a major industrial development push, Vedanta Group has proposed an investment of ₹1,00,000 crore for developing downstream industries in Odisha. The proposal was presented by Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal during his meeting with Chief Minister Mohan…
New 134-acre facility at Sanaghagara to boost biodiversity conservation, eco-tourism, and research Bhubaneswar : The Odisha government has announced plans to establish its second Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC) at Sanaghagara in Keonjhar district, marking a major step toward strengthening the state’s biodiversity and eco-tourism initiatives. The project, envisioned as a flagship initiative by Chief…
Anil Agarwal writes to CM Mohan Majhi, calls project a ‘nation-building exercise’ Bhubaneswar : Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has reached out to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, seeking the state government’s support to expedite clearances and accelerate the implementation of the company’s massive USD 20-billion aluminium project — one of the largest industrial…
New schemes to link rivers, expand irrigation potential, and manage floods and droughts across the state Bhubaneswar : In a major step toward strengthening Odisha’s water management and agricultural infrastructure, the state cabinet on Thursday approved three landmark initiatives worth nearly ₹21,147 crore. The measures aim to conserve surface water, expand irrigation potential, and tackle…
Focus on regional balance, irrigation, education, and welfare as government pledges inclusive growth for western Odisha Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a massive development package worth ₹1,101 crore for Nuapada district, reaffirming his government’s focus on equitable regional growth and inclusive governance. The announcement came during his visit to the district, where…
Move to benefit thousands of state PSU staff, effective from January 1, 2025 Bhubaneswar : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for employees of state-run Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in Odisha. With this decision, the DA for PSU employees will rise from 53% to 55%. The order,…
42 industrial houses, including major corporates, default on dues from multiple river sources Bhubaneswar : The Odisha Assembly was informed that as many as 42 industrial houses, including some government organisations, have defaulted on water cess payments totaling ₹3,797.14 crore as of March 2025. The disclosure has raised concerns about the unchecked exploitation of the…
