New Delhi, April 7:Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is currently on a strategic two-day visit to New Delhi, aimed at enhancing the state’s industrial ecosystem and attracting substantial investments across key sectors.
The visit, commenced today, is marked by a series of strategic engagements designed to position Odisha as a leading industrial hub in India.
The Chief Minister commenced his endeavour with a visit to the HCL Tech Campus in Noida.
During this visit, he interacted with Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies.There he explored the innovative initiatives being undertaken at their Mega IT Campus, AI Lab, and IoT Lab.
The visit also included an insightful tour of the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, showcasing the intersection of technology and culture.
Discussions during this engagement centered around establishing collaborative opportunities within the IT and ITeS sectors.
The Chief Minister emphasized Odisha's commitment to becoming a hub for technology-driven enterprises.
He expressed optimism about the potential for HCL to expand its footprint in Odisha, reinforcing the state’s efforts to foster innovation and technological advancement.
Following the HCL engagement, the Chief Minister conducted a series of one-on-one meetings with various industry leaders at the Taj Palace in New Delhi.
Leaders from esteemed organizations such as Kiri Industries, Himadri Specialty Chemical Ltd., Chowgule Group, IREL, SLMG Beverages, Ruchi Soya Foods Ltd (Patanjali Ayurved Ltd.), Inox GFL Group, Of Business, Quant Solar, etc., and engaged in fruitful discussions aimed at expanding their operations in Odisha.
The state secured investment intents from 14 companies, amounting to investments worth INR 3,000 crore, which has the potential to generate approximately 21,390 jobs in our state.
Additionally, the government also formalized 11 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) valued at INR 27,595 crore, creating an estimated 27,000 employment opportunities.
In summary, the total investment generated from these discussions amounts to INR 30,595 crore, with a potential to create jobs for approximately 48,390 individuals in Odisha.
These interactions revealed considerable interest in establishing manufacturing units that would not only bolster local economic development but also create numerous employment opportunities for the youths.
