Ahmedabad (Gujarat): Making a strong pitch under the ‘Purvodaya’ vision to position Odisha as a key driver of India’s next phase of industrial growth, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday invited investors to explore opportunities in the state, highlighting its strategic location, robust infrastructure, and industry-friendly policies.
Addressing the Odisha Investors’ Meet roadshow here, Majhi said the state is ready to play a pivotal role in powering growth in eastern India. “Gujarat has powered India’s west. Odisha is now ready to power India’s east, offering scale, speed, and strategic access to the next frontier of growth,” he said.
The first day of the Chief Minister’s visit to Gujarat witnessed participation from over 500 industry representatives, business associations, and institutional stakeholders, reflecting rising investor interest in Odisha’s evolving industrial ecosystem.
The Chief Minister emphasised that India’s next phase of economic expansion will be stronger and more balanced with the rise of eastern India, placing Odisha at the centre of this transformation.
“We are here with a clear message: Odisha is ready for the next chapter of India’s industrial growth. We invite industry to explore, invest, and grow with us as we build a future-ready industrial ecosystem,” he stated.
The delegation included Minister for Industries Sampad Chandra Swain, Chief Secretary Anu Garg, ACS Industries, Home and I&PR Hemant Sharma, and senior officials of the Government of Odisha.
The roadshow was marked by focused engagements and two sectoral roundtables, including a textile roundtable, along with direct interactions with industry leaders, enabling meaningful dialogue on investment opportunities, policy support, and facilitation mechanisms.
The Chief Minister also chaired 26 one-on-one meetings, reflecting Odisha’s commitment to responsive governance and investor-centric engagement. Discussions spanned a wide range of sectors, highlighting the state’s growing capabilities across both established and emerging industries.
During sectoral interactions, particularly in textiles, the Chief Minister highlighted the deep cultural and economic connection between Odisha and Gujarat.
“From the sacred land of Lord Jagannath in Puri to the revered Dwarka of Gujarat, our states share enduring cultural and civilisational ties. Gujarat has long been a leader in textiles, and Odisha is emerging strongly with a supportive ecosystem, a skilled workforce, and policy-driven growth,” he said.
Reinforcing Odisha’s broader industrial vision, he added, “Odisha is not defined by a single sector. We are building integrated industrial ecosystems that enable industries to invest, expand, innovate, and grow sustainably over the long term.”
Highlighting Odisha’s competitive edge, the Chief Minister emphasised, “Odisha’s geography is a strategic advantage. With a long coastline and operational ports, we offer direct access to the Bay of Bengal and the Indo-Pacific growth corridor, creating a strong platform for global connectivity and trade.”
Underscoring the state’s governance approach, he noted, “Investors come where there is trust—in intent, in systems, and in leadership. In Odisha, we are committed to ensuring that intent translates into action through transparency, responsiveness, and delivery.”
Minister for Industries Sampad Chandra Swain stated that Odisha is steadily positioning itself as a future-ready industrial hub, supported by strong infrastructure, port-led logistics, stable policies, and a facilitation-driven approach aimed at enabling sustainable and inclusive growth.
Following successful engagements across key cities, the Government of Odisha will continue its focused investor outreach to strengthen industry connect and accelerate industrial development. The Ahmedabad roadshow reinforces Odisha’s growing role in India’s industrial landscape, anchored in strategic location, strong governance, and a clear vision for the future.
