Make in Odisha Conclave 2025: Odisha hosts Ambassadors’ Meet

New Delhi, Oct 3: The Odisha government successfully held an Ambassadors’ Meet in New Delhi today.
The event marked an important milestone in the lead-up to the much-anticipated Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025. The Conclave, scheduled for January 28th and 29th in Bhubaneswar, will be a platform for global businesses to explore Odisha and witness firsthand the vast potential that the state offers.
The meet showcased Odisha’s vibrant industrial ecosystem and highlighted new investment opportunities to a global audience.
The event was attended by Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Consul-Generals, Trade Commissioners, and senior diplomats from 34 countries.
Notable nations included Indonesia, Norway, Singapore, China, Japan, Brazil, Argentina, the USA, Thailand, Vietnam, and the UK.
In addition, nine foreign associations participated, reflecting the growing global interest in Odisha.
In his keynote address, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi warmly welcomed the ambassadors.
He emphasized Odisha’s rich history and strategic location, which are key factors in its transformation into a leading investment destination.
“Odisha, located on the eastern seaboard of India, is a state that has historically been a gateway between India and the world. With a coastline stretching over 480 kilometres, Odisha has been a vibrant centre of maritime activity for centuries,” infomed Majhi.
“Bhubaneswar, our capital, is rapidly evolving into a hub of technology, innovation, and culture, while maintaining its status as the “Temple City of India,” preserving the essence of our spiritual heritage,” he said.
The Chief Minister highlighted the state’s abundant natural resources and skilled workforce, inviting all attendees to the upcoming Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, which will serve as a platform for collaboration and growth.
Odisha is emerging as a destination for industries that are human skill-driven and demand-focused, such as apparel, technical textiles, food processing, chemicals, petrochemicals, IT, renewable energy, green fuels and electronics manufacturing. This transition is central to our vision of becoming a leader in sustainable economic development, Majhi said.
The event also included an interaction session where ambassadors engaged in discussions about opportunities in Odisha.
Sampad Chandra Swain, the Minister of Industries and Skill Development & Technical Education, expressed gratitude to all participants.
He reinforced Odisha’s vast potential for investment across various sectors and assured the ambassadors of the government’s commitment to creating a favourable business environment.
Manoj Ahuja, the Chief Secretary, welcomed everyone and emphasized that under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Odisha is quickly becoming a global investment destination.
He spoke about the state’s strong infrastructure, rich resources, skilled workforce, and progressive policies. He invited global partners to explore the many opportunities available in industries, technology, tourism, and innovation.
The event also featured the release of a video about the Make in Odisha 2025 initiative, which showcased the potential of the state.
Hemant Sharma, the Principal Secretary of Industries, made a presentation highlighting various sectors that are open for investment.
Several notable speakers addressed the audience, including Jyoti Vij, the Director General of FICCI, who talked about the importance of collaboration.
A. Ajay Kumar, the Joint Secretary (States) at the Ministry of External Affairs, emphasized the central government’s support for Odisha’s development. Ms. Nivruti Rai, Managing Director of Invest India, discussed the investment trends in the region.
The Ambassadors’ Meet successfully set the stage for Odisha to position itself as a key player in attracting global investments. The Government of Odisha looks forward to welcoming international partners to the Utkarsh Odisha: Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, scheduled for January 28-29, 2025, in Bhubaneswar. This event will explore even more opportunities for collaboration and growth.