Odisha Highlights Investment Opportunities in New Delhi Ahead of 'Make in Odisha' Conclave 2025

The Government of Odisha hosted two major events in New Delhi on Thursday to highlight the state's industrial growth and investment opportunities, setting the stage for the upcoming Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, scheduled for January, 2025.

The day began with the Ambassadors' Meet at ITC Maurya, attended by diplomats and senior officials, led by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Later, after a successful ambassadors' meet and other valuable meetings with the CM of Odisha, the evening session featured an engaging curtain riser and an interactive session with the CM of Odisha, held at the Taj Palace, Chanakyapuri. The evening commenced with context-setting remarks from Manoj Ahuja, Chief Secretary of the Government of Odisha. He welcomed attendees to the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave 2025, highlighting Odisha's journey as an emerging industrial hub under the leadership of Hon'ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Ahuja emphasised the state's achievements in Ease of Doing Business reforms, which have streamlined business processes through advanced digital platforms and district-level investment facilitation agencies.

Following this, the Make in Odisha 2025 video showcased the state's potential and vision for the future. Hemant Sharma, Principal Secretary of Industries, presented an overview of the Odisha Industrial Ecosystem, detailing the progressive policies and skilled workforce that support sustainable growth, particularly for MSMEs.

The session included valuable experience-sharing by industry partners like Harish Ahuja of Shahi Exports and Shri Puneet Dalmia of Dalmia Bharat Group who shared their experiences on the opportunities that Odisha offers.

Union Minister Jual Oram stressed the importance of including tribal communities in growth plans, while the Chief Minister emphasised job creation and investment security in Odisha, inviting global partnerships for the 2025 Conclave.

The event wrapped up with a vote of thanks by Subhrakant Panda, Past-President of FICCI and Managing Director of IMFA, acknowledging the contributions of all participants in promoting Odisha as a preferred investment destination.

With the Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 on the horizon, the events laid the groundwork for further engagement and collaboration, solidifying Odisha's position as an emerging industrial hub.