On January 28, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the two-day Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha conclave in Bhubaneswar, aimed at boosting investment and industrial growth in Odisha. The event will focus on positioning the state as a top investment destination.

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• Event Overview: Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the two-day Utkarsh Odisha conclave at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, from January 28-29, 2025.
• Global Investment Focus: The conclave aims to establish Odisha as a leading investment and industrial hub under the Purvodaya Vision.
• Make in Odisha Exhibition: PM Modi will inaugurate the exhibition showcasing Odisha’s industrial achievements and potential to attract investment.
• Key Sectors: The conclave will focus on five major sectors: IT, renewable energy, textiles, chemicals, and food processing.
• International Participation: 12 countries, including Australia, Japan, Germany, and Malaysia, have been invited as ‘Countries of Focus’ to foster international collaboration.
• Investor Engagement: The event will host over 7,500 investors from India and abroad, offering a platform for policy discussions, sectoral sessions, and B2B meetings.
• Investment Goal: The Odisha government aims to secure Rs 5 lakh crore in investments, with 100 MoUs expected to be signed during the event.
• Focus on Implementation: State Industry Minister Sampad Chandra Swain emphasized not just signing MoUs, but ensuring project implementation for long-term growth.
• Long-term Vision: The conclave is part of Odisha’s vision to achieve Samrudh Odisha by 2036 and Viksit Bharat by 2047.