Pharma, green energy, manufacturing sectors drive strong participation Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Investors’ Meet held in Hyderabad on Thursday received a strong response from industry leaders, with investment intent worth ₹38,700 crore recorded on the first day. These proposed investments are expected to create employment opportunities for more than 20,200 people across various sectors. The two-day…
Over ₹6,200 crore committed, thousands of jobs expected across pharma and med-tech sectors Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government received a major boost to its healthcare and life sciences sector during the Odisha Pharma Summit 2025, held in Bhubaneswar. A total of 45 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed at the event, covering pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and…
Massive investments to create over 4.5 lakh jobs as the state accelerates industrial development Bhubaneswar: Odisha has recorded strong industrial growth over the last 20 months, approving 324 large and medium industries with a proposed investment of Rs 7,06,209 crore. These projects are expected to generate employment for 4,57,252 people, Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain…
State eyes chemicals, petrochemicals, semiconductors, and shipbuilding while reinforcing strengths in metals and mining Bhubaneswar : Odisha is preparing for a major transformation of its industrial landscape, with the government prioritising diversification beyond its traditional reliance on metals and mining. Industries and Skill Development & Technical Education Minister Sampad Chandra Swain has outlined an ambitious…
Government bets on maritime trade and coastal infrastructure to drive Viksit Odisha vision Bhubaneswar : Odisha is positioning itself as a maritime powerhouse with ambitious plans to attract port-led industrial investments worth nearly Rs 1 lakh crore, Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain announced during a roadshow organised by Paradip Port. The event, held ahead of…
Over 93% students placed; 94 secure international jobs as “Skilled-in-Odisha” brand shines globally Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC), Odisha’s flagship institute for advanced vocational and technical training, marked a major milestone with the graduation of its 6th batch. The event showcased the state’s growing success in building a globally competitive workforce, with 1,088 students…
New port in Ganjam to boost trade capacity; shipbuilding cluster planned in Kendrapara with ₹24,700-crore investment Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to add a new milestone to its maritime journey with the establishment of a greenfield deep-sea port at Bahuda in Ganjam district. The ambitious project, estimated at ₹21,500 crore, is expected to transform the state’s…
