PM Modi to inaugurate Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bhubaneswar on January 28, 2025, marks a watershed moment for the state’s economic future. The two-day event (January 28 and 29) held at Janata Maidan aims to not only showcase Odisha’s growing economic potential but also attract substantial global investments, thereby cementing its place in India’s growth story.
The Prime Minister’s presence, his second visit to the state in a month, underscores the national importance attached to Odisha’s growth trajectory.
Odisha’s economic resurgence: A land of opportunities
Odisha, historically known for its rich cultural heritage and natural resources, is rapidly transforming into a hub of industrial growth. Several key sectors are driving this transformation. The state’s abundant mineral resources are fuelling a robust mining and metals industry. In addition, Odisha is making significant progress in the renewable energy sector, leveraging its wind and solar potential to attract significant investments. The growing tourism sector, taking advantage of the state’s diverse landscapes and historical sites, is another key contributor to economic growth. Improved infrastructure, including better road and rail connectivity, is further adding to the state’s attractiveness to investors. The Make in Odisha Conclave aims to capitalise on this momentum, highlight these strengths and attract further investments across diverse sectors.
Singapore Partnership: A Catalyst for Growth
The recent visit of the President of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam and the subsequent announcement of Singapore as a country partner for the Make in Odisha programme, adds significant international significance to the Conclave. The MoUs signed between the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, and various Singaporean firms represent concrete steps towards strengthening economic ties. These collaborations are expected to bring in advanced technology, expertise and investments, especially in areas such as manufacturing, technology and infrastructure development. The partnership with Singapore is a powerful testimony to Odisha’s growing global appeal and its commitment to attracting foreign investment.
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A Look at the Conclave Agenda
The Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 promises a dynamic agenda filled with high-level plenary sessions, focused sectoral discussions, and unique networking opportunities. While exact details are yet to be fully revealed, it is anticipated that discussions will focus on key sectors driving Odisha’s growth, including mining and metals, renewable energy, tourism, and information technology. The Conclave will provide a platform for government officials, industry leaders, and investors to engage in constructive dialogue, forge partnerships, and explore collaborative ventures. Thought leadership exchanges will focus on innovative solutions and best practices, setting the stage for sustainable and inclusive growth.
Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave
The Make in Odisha Conclave is intrinsically linked to the broader “Make in India” initiative, a flagship program of the Government of India aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and attracting foreign investment. Odisha’s active participation in this national endeavour is vital. The State’s strategic location, abundant resources and superior infrastructure place it in a position to play a key role in achieving the national goals of self-reliance and economic growth. The Conclave serves as a powerful platform to showcase Odisha’s contribution to the success of the “Make in India” initiative.
“ଉତ୍କର୍ଷ ଓଡ଼ିଶା କେବଳ ପୁଞ୍ଜି ଆକର୍ଷିତ କରିବ ନାହିଁ; ବରଂ ଏକ ପ୍ରମୁଖ ସ୍ଥଳ ଭାବେ ଏହା ନିବେଶକଙ୍କୁ ସରକାରଙ୍କ ସହ ମିଳିତ ଭାବେ କାର୍ଯ୍ୟ କରିବାକୁ ସୁଯୋଗ ଦେବ। ଓଡ଼ିଶା ମାଟିରେ ଏକ ସମୃଦ୍ଧ ବ୍ୟାବସାୟିକ ପରିବେଶ ଗଠନ କରିବା ଆମର ଲକ୍ଷ୍ୟ। ଉତ୍କଳ ଗୌରବ ମଧୁସୂଦନ ଦାସଙ୍କ ଉତ୍କଳ ଟ୍ୟାନେରୀ ଜୋତା କାରଖାନାର ଉଚ୍ଚ ଗୁଣମାନ ସମ୍ପନ୍ନ… pic.twitter.com/m4aEPVTUw5
— CMO Odisha (@CMO_Odisha) January 22, 2025
PM Modi’s visit: A symbol of national support and event
Prime Minister Modi’s presence at the Conclave is of immense political significance. It underlines the Central Government’s commitment to support Odisha’s development aspirations. His participation is a clear endorsement of the State’s economic policies and its potential for future growth. The visit also signals the national importance given to attracting foreign investment and promoting industrial development in various states.
Prime Minister Modi’s schedule:
- 10:35 am: Arrival at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar.
- 10:40 am: Departure for Janata Maidan.
- 10:55 am: Arrival at Janata Maidan.
- 11:00 am: Inauguration of Make in Odisha Conclave.
- 12:30 pm: Departure from Conclave.
- 12:55 pm: Departure from Bhubaneswar to Dehradun.
Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 is not just an event; it is a testimony to Odisha’s ambition and growing stature on the national and global economic stage. The gathering of government officials, industry leaders, and investors promises to be a catalyst for significant economic growth and development in the years to come.