Viksit Odisha / CM Majhi Congratulates Odisha People, Entrepreneurs on NITI Aayog Investment Ranking

Bhubaneswar, Jul 21: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday congratulated the people of Odisha, government departments, industry partners, entrepreneurs, and officials after the state secured a place among the top five in NITI Aayog’s newly released Investment Friendliness Index (IFI) 2026.

The index, published for the first time, evaluates the investment climate across states and Union Territories. Odisha joins Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Goa as one of the leading performers, reaffirming its emergence as a competitive investment destination.

CM Majhi described the recognition as a reflection of Odisha’s commitment to transparent governance, investor-friendly reforms, and sustainable industrial development. “This recognition is not our final goal but a milestone. We will continue reforms, strengthen infrastructure, and create a more conducive environment to make Odisha a preferred global investment hub,” he said.

The Chief Minister credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and the strength of the “double engine government” for accelerating Odisha’s progress in infrastructure, industrialisation, logistics, skill development, and overall economic growth. Inspired by the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, Majhi reiterated Odisha’s pledge to build a Samruddha Odisha by 2036, ensuring quality employment and inclusive prosperity across regions.

Officials said the state’s focus on progressive policies, digital governance, time-bound approvals, and a robust single-window clearance system has created a favourable investment environment. Odisha’s development story now extending beyond traditional industries, attracting investments in diverse sectors and strengthening its position as a manufacturing and services hub.
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Industry and Skill Development Minister Sampad Chandra Swain said the recognition reflects the collective effort of “Team Odisha” under Majhi’s leadership. He emphasised the state’s commitment to rapid industrial growth, efficient project implementation, talent development, and world-class infrastructure.

The recognition, officials added, validates Odisha’s reforms in ease of doing business, institutional efficiency, and investor facilitation, while also boosting confidence among domestic and global investors.