On Monday, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced the commencement of 13 industrial projects worth Rs 2359.29 crore, which will employ over 3,200 people in the state.
Patnaik virtually inaugurated two industrial plants with a total investment of Rs 409.03 crore, as well as laying ground on 11 projects totaling Rs 1,950.26 crore.
Patnaik, speaking on the occasion, said: “Odisha is quickly establishing itself as Eastern India’s manufacturing hub. Because of our government’s progressive policy framework and regulatory environment, the state’s industries have been able to flourish quickly.”
Businesses in the state have continued to develop as a result of the adoption of ease of doing business reforms and facilitation offered by various government ministries, he added.
“Not only in terms of economic development but also in terms of social responsibility, our industries have been actively collaborating with the state government.” Our government has been focusing on equipping Odisha’s youth with industry-ready skills, and many businesses have expressed interest in participating in our skill development projects.
“In Odisha, we have always strived to provide a hassle-free and easy-to-do-business environment for investors.” “Even in these challenging times of Covid-19, the State has received significant investments and continues to enjoy investor confidence,” Patnaik added.
He explained that the 13 projects that have been broken ground and inaugurated today are scattered throughout nine districts. These initiatives are also scattered throughout all investment categories, including small, medium, and large businesses, he added.
Jajpur Cement today launched a Rs 400 crore cement grinding mill in Kalinganagar, Jajpur district. The Chief Minister also launched a Rs 9.03 million biodegradable dinnerware manufacturing factory.
Found stones were also laid for a logistics park, three ethanol facilities, a steel expansion project, a cement manufacturing unit, and a five-star resort, among other projects. Tata Steels, Swosti Premium, Greentech Bioenergy, and Coastal Biotech are among the prominent corporations supporting these initiatives.
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