PM Modi Inaugurates Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 in Bhubaneswar

GG News Bureau
Bhubaneswar, 28th Jan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, marking a significant moment in Odisha’s journey towards becoming a major industrial and investment hub. The event was attended by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Cabinet ministers, and prominent business leaders from India and across the globe.

Revival of Eastern India’s Growth Engine

Highlighting Odisha’s potential, PM Modi emphasized the pivotal role of eastern India in driving the country’s growth. “When India held a major share in global trade, eastern India, including Odisha, had an important contribution,” he stated. He also noted the increasing global interest in Odisha, particularly from ASEAN countries. “Recently, the Singapore President visited Odisha and expressed enthusiasm about strengthening ties with the state,” Modi said.

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The Prime Minister praised the state’s efforts in hosting its largest business summit to date, positioning Odisha as the anchor of the Purvodaya Vision and a leader in India’s industrial transformation.

CM Majhi Lauds PM Modi’s Support

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed gratitude to PM Modi for his consistent focus on the state’s development. He highlighted the PM’s fifth visit to Odisha in seven months and the significant infrastructure initiatives under the Purvodaya Vision, which he believes will transform the state’s economic landscape in the coming months.

“In your every visit, you bring gifts for the state. This time, you’ve brought one that will fundamentally change Odisha’s condition,” CM Majhi remarked.

Highlights of the Conclave

The Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, Odisha’s flagship Global Investment Summit, is aimed at showcasing the state as a top investment destination. The two-day event (January 28-29) features:

• CEOs and Leaders’ Roundtables: High-level discussions with industry leaders.
• Sectoral Sessions: Focused interactions on priority sectors.
• B2B Meetings: Facilitating partnerships between businesses.
• Policy Discussions: Exploring regulatory reforms and opportunities.
  PM Modi also inaugurated the Make in Odisha Exhibition, which showcases the state’s achievements in creating a robust industrial ecosystem.

Odisha’s Role in Global Trade

PM Modi reiterated his vision of eastern India as the country’s growth engine, praising Odisha’s historical significance as a trade hub and its modern strides in attracting global investment. The conclave serves as a platform for policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to explore the immense opportunities the state offers in diverse sectors.

The event has set the stage for Odisha’s ambitious aspirations to lead India’s industrial growth while fostering deeper global partnerships.