A high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg was held at Lok Seva Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, to accelerate the implementation of large-scale industrial investment projects in Odisha.
The meeting focused on resolving issues related to land acquisition, infrastructure, and ancillary requirements to ensure timely execution.
Senior officials from multiple departments—including Steel & Mines, Industries, Revenue, Home & Urban Development, Energy, Electronics & IT, Finance, Forest, Environment & Climate Change, Commerce & Transport, and Water Resources—participated, along with representatives from IDCO, Odisha Mining Corporation, EPICOL, TPCODL, and others. District Collectors from Anugola, Koraput, Rayagada, Malkangiri, Sundaragada, Kataka, and Bhadrak joined virtually.
The meeting reviewed the progress of Nalco’s brownfield expansion of its smelter and captive power plant, as well as the Utkal ‘D’ and ‘E’ coal mines. Discussions covered land acquisition, rehabilitation, public hearings, Gram Sabha consultations, and infrastructure development linked to these projects.
Similarly, the Adani Group’s ongoing and proposed investments in Odisha were assessed. Projects include port expansion at Dhamra and Gopalpur, industrial parks, power, aluminium, cement, coal gasification, data centres, mining, and logistics. Special emphasis was placed on land requirements, road and rail connectivity, coastal regulation processes, and government support for smooth execution.
Chief Secretary Garg stressed that timely implementation of mega projects is crucial for Odisha’s industrial growth, investment inflow, job creation, and overall economic development. She called for close coordination between departments, companies, and district administrations to resolve pending issues and ensure effective outcomes.
