Odisha Approves 33 Projects Worth ₹1.46 Lakh Crore
The Odisha government has approved 33 major industrial projects with a combined investment value of ₹1.46 lakh crore. Among them, Adani Enterprises Limited will set up a coal-to-chemical plant worth ₹84,000 crore in Sundergarh district, expected to generate 36,000 jobs. The proposals were cleared during the High Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) and Single Window Clearance Committee (SLWCA) meetings chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja.
The HLCA alone sanctioned 12 projects worth ₹1.41 lakh crore, while SLWCA approved an additional ₹4,019 crore. These projects collectively aim to create more than 66,000 employment opportunities across the state.
Focus on Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy
A major highlight is Odisha’s growing portfolio in green hydrogen, renewable power, and ESDM manufacturing. ACME Akshay Energy Private Limited will invest in green hydrogen and ammonia production, marking a significant leap in Odisha’s clean energy agenda. Similarly, Jindal India Power Limited will expand investments in the power and renewable energy sector, reinforcing the state’s clean-tech ecosystem.
These ventures underline the state’s strategy to balance industrial growth with sustainable development and align with India’s broader energy transition goals.
Balanced Industrialisation Across 14 Districts
The investments are strategically distributed across 14 districts, including Angul, Cuttack, Khordha, and Sundergarh, ensuring regional inclusivity and local job creation. The state government highlighted that over the past 500 days, Odisha has approved 330 projects worth ₹7.7 lakh crore, creating a cumulative employment potential of 4.7 lakh jobs.
Chief Minister Majhi emphasized that investor confidence reflects Odisha’s governance efficiency, industrial policies, and its emergence as a future-ready investment hub for both traditional and clean energy industries.
