Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched 24 major industrial projects worth Rs 1.15 lakh crore at the Kalinganagar Industrial Complex in Jajpur district. 

This massive investment drive includes both inaugurations of completed projects and foundation stone laying ceremonies for new ventures, signalling a robust phase of industrial growth in the state.

Majhi said Odisha is entering a "historic turning point" with the launch of these industrial projects. "We are not merely laying foundation stones; we are building the future," the CM said.

"In just 113 days, we've turned commitments into concrete progress. This is the result of our govt's willpower, dedication, and belief in action over words," he added.

The CM emphasised that Kalinganagar has emerged as the "economic lifeline of a self-reliant Odisha". He credited Prime Minister Modi's vision, stating that Odisha is proving itself to be "not just a land of heritage, but a land of limitless. opportunity and industrial excellence."

Out of these, foundation was laid for projects worth Rs 66,000 crore while he inaugurated Rs 49,000-crore projects.

The projects are expected to generate 36,000 jobs across various sectors. The flagship projects include Tata Steel Ltd's 47,599 crore integrated steel plant expansion and Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited's 61,769 crore steel plant expansion, which alone will create 14,000 jobs.