Bhubaneswar, Feb. 3 -- The union Budget 2026's strong push for National Waterway-5 is set to transform Odisha's logistics landscape by boosting sustainable transport, reducing costs, and accelerating regional economic growth, a senior official said on Monday.
Additional Chief Secretary of the State Housing & Urban Development and Commerce & Transport Departments Usha Padhee said the proposal will mark a decisive step towards building a sustainable, cost-efficient and future-ready logistics ecosystem in Odisha.
Highlighting the strategic importance of NW-5, Padhee said the waterway, which links Odisha's mineral-rich hinterland with major industrial centres and key ports such as Paradip and Dhamra, will significantly improve bulk cargo move...