The government of Odisha has announced that Accenture, a leading global IT multinational corporation, is set to establish its global delivery facility in Bhubaneswar.
A delegation led by Ajay Vij, the Country Managing Director of Accenture in India, recently met with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to discuss the company’s plans for the state.
Following the meeting, Ajay Vij expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are excited to establish our presence in Bhubaneswar, a city known for its prestigious educational institutions, a rapidly growing IT ecosystem, and a rich talent pool. Bhubaneswar will join our extensive network of existing facilities, enabling us to provide transformative technology solutions to clients worldwide and expand our footprint in India.”
The Chief Minister has assured Accenture of all necessary support to facilitate the commencement of its operations in the state, according to an official release.
Accenture, currently serving clients in over 120 countries, is the world’s largest professional services company. It specializes in helping organizations leverage technology to reinvent their business models, optimize operations, and accelerate growth through a wide range of services, solutions, and assets.
The upcoming state-of-the-art facility in Bhubaneswar will significantly expand Accenture’s global delivery network. It will be dedicated to developing and delivering transformative technology services across various industry sectors. The State Government has allocated 75,000 square feet of built-up space in Bhubaneswar, where Accenture will operate its Global Development Centre with a capacity of over 1,200 professionals.
Welcoming Accenture to Odisha, Manoj Mishra, Principal Secretary of the Electronics and IT department, emphasized, “Accenture’s entry is a significant milestone for the state and further solidifies its reputation as a top IT investment destination. Odisha offers investor-friendly policies, a robust industrial ecosystem, modern infrastructure, and a skilled workforce.” He also highlighted Odisha’s achievements in attracting top industries to its growing IT landscape, positioning it as a global IT and semiconductor hotspot while creating substantial employment opportunities within the state.
Prasanta Patnaik