Sambalpur / Rourkela: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Tuesday inaugurated India’s first Flat Rolled Products (FRP) aluminium unit at Hindalco Industries Limited’s Aditya Aluminium plant at Lapanga in Sambalpur district.The project, set up with an investment of Rs 26,996crore, is expected to generate employment for 5012 people, further strengthening downstream manufacturing and creating new livelihood opportunities in the region.
The inauguration was attended by Suresh Pujari, Minister, Revenue & Disaster Management, Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister, Industries & Skill Development & Technical Education, Jay Narayan Mishra, MLA, Sambalpur, Sudarshan Haripal, MLA, Rengali, and Hemant Sharma, ACS, Industries, Home, and I&PR Departments.
Speaking on the occasion, the CM said, “A new industrial revolution has begun in Odisha. The State is moving forward with nearly Rs 20 lakh crore in industrial proposals for new industry establishments. Once these become operational, around 15 lakh new jobs will be created, Addressing the gathering, the Hon’ble Chief Minister said, “Western Odisha today stands as a symbol of confidence, discipline and enterprise transforming from forests and farmlands into a hub of world-class manufacturing.”
He further said, “Development is not measured only by investments or announcements, but by real change in people’s lives jobs for youth, security for families, and better education and healthcare.”
He said, “Western Odisha is emerging as a global industrial hub where world-class investment meets people-centric development. Our focus is to create jobs close to home, strengthen MSMEs, promote value-added and green manufacturing, and ensure that when industry grows, every family, every village and every youth grows with it.”
Later in the day, the Chief Minister inaugurated the 25th edition of CII Enterprise Odisha Exhibition 2026 at Rourkela. In this expo, leading companies from across sectors are showcasing their capabilities, innovations, and industrial growth stories.Enterprise Odisha is a flagship industry platform aimed at showcasing Odisha’s industrial capabilities and investment opportunities.
On the second day, during the inaugural session of the 25th Enterprise Odisha 2026 at Rourkela, Chief Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for multiple projects in Western Odisha. He will also participate in sectoral roundtable discussions and B2G meetings, reflecting the Government’s continued commitment to the western Odisha’s development.
