Bhubaneswar: In a significant move poised to accelerate Odisha's industrial transformation, Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, met with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today at the State Guest House. The high-level courtesy meeting, confirmed by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), solidified plans for massive investments, particularly focusing on the development of Gopalpur Port and green energy initiatives. 
The discussions built directly on the momentum generated by the recent Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave. Under CM Majhi's leadership, the state government has prioritised attracting investment for rapid industrial growth. Today's meeting centered on making this vision concrete, with a strong emphasis on port-based industries, renewable energy production, and establishing a coal gasification plant.
"This development is a cornerstone of our strategy to enhance Odisha's logistics infrastructure and unlock its manufacturing potential," a government source stated following the meeting. The massive investment promises to generate approximately 5,000 new job opportunities for the people of Odisha, providing a significant boost to the local economy.
The investment follows a recent concession agreement signed by the Odisha government, clearly signaling the state's intent to become a premier hub for industrial and economic activity on the east coast. Developing Gopalpur Port is central to this strategy.
The discussions built directly on the momentum generated by the recent Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave. Under CM Majhi's leadership, the state government has prioritised attracting investment for rapid industrial growth. Today's meeting centered on making this vision concrete, with a strong emphasis on port-based industries, renewable energy production, and establishing a coal gasification plant.
Gopalpur Port: Anchor of Investment
The most concrete outcome highlighted was the Adani Group's colossal commitment to Gopalpur Port. The industrial giant confirmed plans to invest a staggering ₹16,554 crore into the port's expansion and modernization. This ambitious project targets a dramatic increase in the port's cargo handling capacity, aiming to reach 50 million metric tonnes annually."This development is a cornerstone of our strategy to enhance Odisha's logistics infrastructure and unlock its manufacturing potential," a government source stated following the meeting. The massive investment promises to generate approximately 5,000 new job opportunities for the people of Odisha, providing a significant boost to the local economy.
The investment follows a recent concession agreement signed by the Odisha government, clearly signaling the state's intent to become a premier hub for industrial and economic activity on the east coast. Developing Gopalpur Port is central to this strategy.
Green Energy Push
Beyond the port, the talks underscored a shared commitment to sustainable industrial growth. Both parties dedicated substantial time to discussing green energy and renewable energy projects. This focus aligns Odisha with critical global sustainability goals and positions the state as an emerging leader in environmentally conscious industrial development. Specific details of the renewable energy plans are expected to emerge in the coming months.Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja and Hemant Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries Department, also attended the meeting, demonstrating the high priority the state government places on this collaboration.
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