Bhubaneswar, March 17 -- The Odisha government on Monday approved 19 major industrial projects worth Rs 6117 crore, further strengthening the state's position as a premier investment destination.

These projects were approved at the 135th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja.

Official sources said that all 19 major projects are expected to generate 17,286 job opportunities, contributing to the state's industrial and economic growth.

The SLSWCA meeting approved projects across 10 high-impact sectors, including Biofuel, Biotechnology, Shipbuilding, Aluminium, Food Processing, Chemicals, Apparel, and Green Energy Equipment.

These projects will be implemented in 11 districts, ...