India, Jan. 28 -- Western Odisha is no longer the 'next frontier' of growth, it is a core engine of Odisha's development, said Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi while addressing the inaugural session of the 25th edition of Enterprise Odisha 2026 at Rourkela.

Chief Minister inaugurated the Silver Jubilee edition of Enterprise Odisha 2026 and launched multiple industrial projects in the western part of the state. On the occasion, projects worth Rs 8,884 crore were inaugurated and grounded, leading to the generation of 6,832 employment.

Besides, MoUs and investment intents worth Rs 52,026 crore, with employment potential of 20,427, were achieved at the flagship event.

The event was graced by Minister for Industries, Skill Development & Te...