Odisha Sees Significant Investment Boost with 17 New Proposals Worth Rs 3,878.86 Crore

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The Odisha government has given a significant push to its tourism sector with the approval of 17 new projects worth Rs 3,878.86 crore, expected to create over 10,500 jobs across 11 districts. Among the notable proposals is the 'Mayfair Hideout' eco-resort, a Rs 53 crore investment in the coastal district of Puri, which will enhance eco-tourism offerings in the region. The approvals span a diverse range of industries, including plastics, textiles, electronics, food processing, renewable energy, steel, and logistics. Notably, the state's policy shift toward expanding its tourism footprint, including the introduction of rafting in Satkosia and hot air ballooning over the Hirakud Dam, aims to systematically map and develop locations suitable for land, water, and air-based adventure sports.

Key Takeaways:

  • The State-Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) approved 17 new projects worth Rs 3,878.86 crore, expected to generate over 10,500 jobs.
  • The 'Mayfair Hideout' eco-resort, a Rs 53 crore investment, aims to boost eco-tourism in Puri, one of the state's most popular tourist regions.
  • The approvals span a diverse range of industries, including plastics, textiles, electronics, food processing, renewable energy, steel, and logistics.
  • Notably, the state's policy shift toward expanding its tourism footprint includes introducing rafting in Satkosia and hot air ballooning over the Hirakud Dam.
  • Key initiatives under the new Odisha Adventure Tourism Guidelines include systematically mapping and developing locations suitable for land, water, and air-based adventure sports.
  • The 'Go Adventure' portal aims to facilitate private sector collaborations and encourage investments in the adventure tourism sector.
  • The Odisha government rolled out comprehensive guidelines to promote adventure tourism in May, with plans to develop tourism infrastructure in all districts.

Statistics:

  • Rs 3,878.86 crore: The total investment value of the 17 approved projects.
  • Over 10,500: The number of jobs expected to be generated across 11 districts of Odisha.
  • Rs 53 crore: The investment value of the 'Mayfair Hideout' eco-resort.
  • Rs 650.23 crore: The investment value of the recycled plastic facility by Greenwave Circularity Pvt Ltd.
  • Rs 885 crore: The investment value of the textile processing unit by MAS India Clothing Pvt Ltd, expected to create 1,700 jobs.
  • 17: The number of approved projects in various industries, including plastics, textiles, electronics, food processing, renewable energy, steel, and logistics.
  • 11: The number of districts where jobs are expected to be generated.
  • 1,700: The number of jobs expected to be created by the textile processing unit by MAS India Clothing Pvt Ltd.

Sources:

  • Orissa TV
  • Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Orissa TV