Odisha Cabinet clears 12 proposals across 10 departments, to create 12,000 jobs

In a major boost to cultural preservation and industrial growth, the Odisha Cabinet on Saturday cleared multiple proposals aimed at strengthening Odia heritage while positioning the state as a hub for advanced manufacturing. 

During the meeting, 12 proposals were approved from 10 different departments. The Cabinet approved the Odisha State Cooperative Policy–2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening cooperative institutions and improving their functioning across the state.

A sum of Rs 362 crore has been sanctioned for the Water Resources Department to develop a diversion system, aimed at improving water management and irrigation infrastructure.

International Flights to Continue Till March

Flights from Odisha to Singapore and Dubai will continue until March. Odisha CM Mohan Majhi will take a decision on whether these international services will continue beyond that period.

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Defence and Aerospace Manufacturing in Odisha

The Cabinet announced that defence and aerospace equipment will be manufactured in Odisha. An investment of Rs 17,250 crore is expected, which could generate employment for nearly 20,000 youths, according to the Chief Secretary.

"Today 12 proposals were approved from 10 different departments. The first proposal pertained to the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department. During an earlier Cabinet meeting, a new cadre titled the Odisha Cultural Development Service had been created, and approval was sought for its implementation, which was cleared today. Under this service, 33 out of 66 posts have already been filled, promotion avenues have been formalised, and specific responsibilities have been outlined to promote and expand Odia language, literature and culture," said Odisha Cheif Secretary Anu Garg.

"The second proposal was from the Industries Department, which approved the establishment of Kalyani Group’s integrated new-age manufacturing complex at Gajamara in Dhenkanal district. The project will begin with a specialty steel plant and later expand into a super alloy facility. The focus is on value-added manufacturing within the state. The integrated automotive, aerospace and defence equipment manufacturing complex will produce components locally, reflecting Odisha’s push towards high-value manufacturing. The project is expected to generate over 12,000 high-value jobs," she added.

Amendment to Technical Services Recruitment Rules

The Cabinet approved amendments to the Combined Technical Services Recruitment Examination Rules, 2022, paving the way for smoother recruitment processes.

The Cabinet decisions reflect Odisha’s focused approach towards policy reform, industrial growth, global connectivity and job creation, setting the stage for sustained development in the coming years.