Bhubaneswar, Jul 9: Odisha has emerged as a frontrunner in industrial investment across India, attracting a staggering ₹1.4 lakh crore between April and June 2025, according to the latest CMIE report. This figure places the state ahead of most others, which collectively drew ₹2.1 lakh crore during the same period.

Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of State for Industries, highlighted the achievement, attributing the surge to investor confidence in the state’s policies and infrastructure. He noted that Odisha had already secured ₹1.78 lakh crore in investments over the past year, and the Q1 performance alone reflects the state’s accelerating industrial momentum.

The investments span key sectors such as chemicals, petrochemicals, textiles, and green energy. Groundbreaking ceremonies have taken place in Khordha, Gopalpur, and Jajpur, signalling the start of major industrial projects.

These developments are part of the government’s broader strategy under the “Utkarsh Odisha” initiative, which aims to convert investment proposals into operational ventures.

Minister Swain emphasized that the government is actively planning the grounding of new proposals received during recent investor summits. The state’s proactive approach, including single-window clearances and sector-specific incentives, has made Odisha a preferred destination for both domestic and international investors.

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