Odisha CM Launches 53 Industrial Projects Worth Rs 39,383 Crore

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday launched 53 industrial projects worth Rs 39,383 crore across 14 districts, with the potential to generate around 42,000 jobs.

The projects, involving 46 companies, were launched and inaugurated at a ceremony in the Kalinganagar industrial belt of Jajpur district in the presence of Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain and industry representatives.

The investments span sectors including steel and metals, chemicals, renewable energy, food processing, textiles, electronics, logistics, tourism, healthcare and shipbuilding.

Majhi said the projects would strengthen Odisha’s industrial ecosystem, boost manufacturing and create employment opportunities for young people and skilled and semi-skilled workers. They are also expected to benefit local suppliers, MSMEs and entrepreneurs.

Targeting the previous BJD government, the Chief Minister said his government had so far launched 116 industrial projects and inaugurated 35 others.

According to the official statement, the 151 projects represent a cumulative investment of Rs 3,11,722.46 crore and are expected to generate around 2.4 lakh employment opportunities.