Rourkela, Jan. 29 -- Western Odisha is no longer the "next frontier" of growth it is a core engine of Odisha's development, said the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, while addressing the Industrialists of Raipur, Ranchi and Rourkela at the 25th edition of Enterprise Odisha 2026 at Rourkela on Wednesday.

As per a press release, during the occasion, projects worth Rs 8,884 crore were inaugurated and grounded, leading to the generation of 6,832 employment opportunities. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and investment intent totalling Rs 52,026 crore were secured, with an employment potential of 20,427. Marking a major boost to the region's industrial momentum.

The event marked the inauguration of 11 industrial projects with...