Rs 20,00,000 Cr industrial proposals in pipeline could create 15 lakh jobs in Odisha: CM Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday said industrial proposals worth nearly Rs 20 lakh crore are currently under consideration in the state and, if realised, could generate employment opportunities for over 15 lakh youth. 

Highlighting Odisha’s growing stature as an industrial hub, the chief minister said large-scale investments by leading corporate groups are set to play a key role in accelerating economic growth and job creation.

Recalling the Aditya Birla Group’s contribution to India’s industrial development, Majhi said the group has consistently strengthened the country’s manufacturing ecosystem while creating large-scale employment. He stressed that Odisha is emerging as a preferred destination for investment due to its stable policy environment, robust infrastructure and skilled workforce.

Rs 25,500 Cr Hindalco Projects In Sambalpur

The chief minister made these remarks while unveiling three major Hindalco Industries Ltd projects worth about Rs 25,500 crore in the Lapanga area of Sambalpur district, calling the day historic for the region. He said industrialisation in western Odisha would boost incomes, improve infrastructure and open new avenues for local youth.

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Majhi laid the foundation stone for a Rs 21,000-crore expansion of Hindalco’s aluminium smelter, which will add 3.6 lakh tonnes per annum of capacity. He also inaugurated the commissioning of a flat rolled products (FRP) and battery-grade aluminium foil manufacturing facility with an annual capacity of 1.7 lakh tonnes, developed at an investment of Rs 4,500 crore.

Emphasising the importance of the battery foil unit, the chief minister said it would strengthen India’s self-reliance in battery manufacturing and support the growing electric vehicle ecosystem. He urged Hindalco to prioritise the recruitment of local, industry-ready youth and assured continued government support for future expansion and transparent CSR initiatives.

At the event, Hindalco Managing Director Satish Pai announced fresh investments of Rs 50,000 crore in Odisha. He said the company’s upcoming expansion, including greenfield and brownfield alumina projects and smelting capacity additions, would create around 15,000 new jobs.

Chief Minister Majhi also announced that Sambalpur will soon get Odisha’s second World Skill Centre after Bhubaneswar, aimed at improving employability and aligning youth skills with industry requirements.