Bhubaneswar, July 3: Odisha has surged ahead to become the top destination for private investments in India in the first quarter of the 2025–26 financial year, attracting an impressive Rs 1.4 lakh crore in proposals in just three months of the financial year, informed Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday.

In a post on X, Chief Minister Majhi said, “Under the guidance of the Prime Minister and with the strength of our double engine government, I am proud to share that Odisha has emerged as Bharat’s leading destination for private investment in the first quarter of FY26. We have attracted Rs1.4 lakh crore in proposed investments, accounting for over 40 percent of the Rs 3.5 lakh crore announced nationwide.”

The surge in investor confidence is largely attributed to Odisha’s progressive policies, streamlined approval systems, and strategic focus on infrastructure development. Sectors such as renewable energy, metallurgy, chemicals, and manufacturing have witnessed growing interest from national and global players.

Earlier, CM Majhi announced a comprehensive “Roadmap to Prosperity” aimed at transforming Odisha into a fully developed and prosperous state by 2036. This includes major upgrades in industrial corridors, port connectivity, logistics parks, and skill development hubs.

The State government’s proactive stance and investor-friendly environment are drawing attention from stakeholders across the globe, making Odisha a serious contender in India’s economic growth prospective.

As industrial momentum builds, experts believe Odisha is poised to become the growth engine of India.

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