New Delhi: Odisha government Thursday hosted an Ambassadors’ Meet in New Delhi ahead of the States forthconing biannial investors meet – Utkarsh Odisha : Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 in January, next year.
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 welcomed the diplomats. He emphasized Odisha’s rich history and strategic location, which are key factors in its transformation into a leading investment destination.
The chief minister while highlighting the State’s abundant natural resources and skilled workforce, invited the delegates to the January Conclave for collaboration and growth.
The event also included an interaction session where ambassadors engaged in discussions about opportunities in Odisha.
In his concluding remarks, Odisha industries minister Sampad Chandra Swain 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.
Chief secretary Manoj Ahuja emphasized that under the leadership of CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Odisha will 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 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.
Industries principal secretary Hemant Sharma made a presentation highlighting various sectors that are open for investment.
Several notable speakers addressed the audience, including Ms. 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.
