Greenfield investment promise at Make in Odisha summit could employ 230,000

Haldia Petrochemicals emerged as the biggest greenfield investor, pledging Rs 700 billion in fertiliser, refinery, petrochemicals, chemicals and plastics.

The four-day Make in Odisha 2018 conclave bagged 64 per cent of the 183 projects in greenfield and non-mineral projects that could employ 230,000 people, estimates show.

 “It is encouraging to note that the majority of investment intents have been received for setting up new projects in non-mineral sectors which is a reflection of the tremendous opportunities Odisha provides across the focus sectors and validates the efficacy of investment promotion efforts by the state government,” said Sanjeev Chopra, principal secretary (industries), Odisha.

“While mining and metals have been the traditional mainstays of Odisha’s economy, the diversification of industrial base is critical for