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PM Modi Launches 'Utkarsh Odisha' Business Conclave

Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the 'Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025' at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. The event was also attended by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025' on January 28, 2025, at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. The event, which marks the largest business gathering in Odisha's history, was attended by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Ashwini Vaishnaw, as well as prominent business figures from across India.

The two-day conclave is designed to promote investment, foster industrial growth, and establish Odisha as a leading economic hub in Eastern India.

Key Highlights of the Conclave

Event Overview:

  • Inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi in Bhubaneswar.
  • Attended by Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Ministers, and global business leaders.
  • Odisha’s largest-ever business summit.
  • Organized by the Odisha government to encourage investment and industrial growth.
  • Business delegates from 16 countries participated.

Agenda and Objectives:

  • Plenary sessions and sector-specific discussions aimed at exploring investment opportunities.
  • Thought leadership exchanges on industrial innovation and business expansion.
  • Networking opportunities for investors, policymakers, and industry leaders.
  • Focused on attracting both domestic and international investments.
  • Promoted Odisha’s potential as an industrial hub in Eastern India.

PM Modi’s Address:

  • Highlighted Odisha’s historical role in trade within Southeast Asia.
  • Urged industries to support India’s goal of self-reliance in manufacturing.
  • Criticized the practice of exporting raw materials and importing finished goods.
  • Encouraged support for MSMEs and startups.
  • Expressed confidence in Odisha’s return to economic prominence.

Prominent Business Leaders Present:

  • Anil Agarwal (Vedanta Group)
  • Naveen Jindal (Jindal Steel & Power)
  • Om Mangalam Birla (Aditya Birla Group)
  • Karan Adani (Adani Group)

Industry leaders committed to making investments to help boost Odisha’s economy.

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