Odisha committed to provide world-class infrastructure to investors: CM Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday said his government's focus is to provide world-class infrastructure and play the role of facilitator for companies wanting to set up industrial units in the state.

Majhi said this while addressing the CII members on the eve of the 'Utkarsh Odisha - Make in Odisha Conclave 2025'.

"We have adopted a three-pronged approach - developing robust industrial infrastructure, championing ease of doing business and advocating for large-scale job creation," he said.

The state has earmarked substantial resources for critical infrastructure projects, the chief minister said, adding "Odisha’s focus is to provide world-class infrastructure and ready-to-use plug-and-play facilities for companies wanting to set up industrial units in the state".

This apart, Majhi said the state has also streamlined its regulatory processes to fast-track industrial approvals and clearances.

"This will boost the industrial sector and be instrumental for our economic juggernaut in the coming days," the CM said.

"We believe in a transparent and accountable government where every investor is treated as a valued partner. My doors will always be open for discussions on your success stories, challenges and grievances as part of your journey with us," he told the gathering.

The chief minister also assured the investors that 'Team Odisha' is dedicated to offering a "world-class experience" to anyone wishing to invest in the state.

"We aim to make Odisha the state that offers not only ease of doing business, but also lower cost of doing business," he said.

Industrialisation in Odisha is not merely about investment in plants and infrastructure, but also about investing in the people.

"Our core agenda is to generate quality employment opportunities for our people and provide them with the necessary skills and support to help them access high-quality jobs anywhere," he said.

"I invite you (investors) to view Odisha not just as a place for investment, but as a strategic partner in your growth journey," the chief minister said.

Odisha is a unique state which "breathes progress, feeds progress and needs progress", Majhi said adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s love for the state is endless.

"He (PM Modi) is focusing on Odisha in a comprehensive manner to make a visible change through 'viksit Odisha' and 'Purvodaya' under the umbrella of 'Viksit Bharat'," the CM said.

Majhi also said that there was a lot of enthusiasm among the investors about Odisha.

"I hope the investment intents cross the state’s target of Rs 5 lakh core. We may get three/four times more investment proposals than our expectations," he said, speaking on the sidelines of the programme.

"PM Modi's focus is on the development of Odisha. He is ensuring maximum investments for Odisha. The state is going to become one of the biggest industrial hubs," Majhi asserted.

The state government’s High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) has so far approved investment proposals to the tune of Rs 3 lakh crore, the CM said.

Odisha industries minister Sampad Chandra Swain, CII President and ITC CMD Sanjiv Puri, CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee and CII Sectoral Council Members were present at the meeting.

The CII felicitated diplomats from 15 countries, including Australia, the UK, Japan, Italy, Egypt, Venezuela, Kazakhstan, Belarus and Malaysia in the programme.