Utkarsh Odisha exhibition extended till Jan 31

The Utkarsh Odisha exhibition in Bhubaneswar will be extended till January 31, informed Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Wednesday.

The exhibition has been extended to allow the general public, especially youth and students, to better understand Odisha’s emergence as a rising industrial powerhouse.

CM Majhi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering support to Odisha, citing the Prime Minister’s message to global industries that “Odisha is the best. Odisha is now an excellent place for investment.”

The conclave received an overwhelming response with 145 investment-related Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) being signed. The development paved the way for transformative industrial projects and partnerships in Odisha.

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Odisha has attracted investment commitments totalling Rs 16.73 lakh crore in the conclave across various sectors, including chemicals and petrochemicals, textiles, mining and metallurgy, renewable energy, IT/ITeS, tourism, and food processing. 

These investments are expected to generate over 12.88 lakh job opportunities in the State creating a significant socio-economic impact and ensuring inclusive growth.

The conclave attracted delegates from over 16 countries, including representatives from partner countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia further strengthening Odisha’s position as a global investment destination.