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September 18, 2026 9:59 PM

Odisha to develop 870-acre Silicon Valley for semiconductor, IT projects near Cuttack: Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday announced the development of an 870-acre Silicon Valley at Naraj near Cuttack as part of a major push to attract semiconductor and electronics investments to the state. Majhi made the announcement while attending SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi, saying the proposed hub would host major semiconductor, electronics and IT projects, according to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office. Officials said Naraj offers a strategic location w...

September 8, 2026 10:38 AM

Odisha CM Majhi to take state’s investment outreach to Abu Dhabi, Dubai

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will embark on a three-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday as part of the state's investment outreach programme. According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Majhi will visit Abu Dhabi and Dubai, where he is scheduled to hold high-level government engagements, investor meetings, business interactions and outreach programmes with the Odia diaspora. The visit will begin in Abu Dhabi, where the Chief Minister will engage with...

July 30, 2026 8:02 PM

Centre holds meeting with Chhattisgarh, Odisha CMs to advance amicable settlement of Mahanadi water dispute

Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Paatil on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting with the Chief Ministers of Chhattisgarh and Odisha to facilitate an amicable settlement of the long-pending Mahanadi water dispute, with both states reaffirming their commitment to continue technical consultations in a constructive manner. The meeting, attended by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, was also attended by senior officials of Jal Shakti Ministry, the...

May 21, 2026 10:48 AM

Odisha Cabinet approves key reforms in Fisheries, Law and Energy sectors

The Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved 10 key proposals across seven departments, including Law, Energy, and Fisheries and Animal Resources Development, during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Among the major decisions was the approval for enactment of the Odisha Marine Fishing (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 2026 (OMFRA, 2026), which will replace the existing Odisha Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1982. The proposed legislation aims to create a modern and inclusive le...

January 6, 2026 10:33 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended birthday greetings to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, praising his efforts to accelerate the state’s growth trajectory and empower its youth. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Birthday wishes to Odisha’s hardworking Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi Ji. He has made outstanding efforts to enhance Odisha’s growth trajectory and empower the youth of the state. Praying for his long and healthy life in service of the peo...

August 28, 2025 4:07 PM

PM Modi extends greetings on occasion of Nuakhai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Nuakhai, the harvest festival of western Odisha. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Wishing everyone a joyous Nuakhai. This cherished festival is a reminder of our deep gratitude to the farmers whose hard work sustains us all. May there be good health, prosperity and happiness in every home. Nuakhai Juhar!” Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi also conveyed his wishes, describing Nuakhai as a s...

September 17, 2024 2:04 PM

PM Modi lays foundation stone, inaugurates various development projects in Bhubaneswar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday laid the foundation stone and inaugurated several development projects worth Rs 3,800 crore in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. One of the key initiatives was the release of the first installment of financial assistance to nearly 10 lakh beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) across 14 states. As part of the event, 'Griha Pravesh' celebrations were held for 26 lakh beneficiaries of PMAY, both Gramin and Urban. During the ceremony, PM Modi...

September 17, 2024 1:00 PM

PM Modi meets beneficiaries of PM Awas Yojana-Urban in Bhubaneswar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with beneficiaries of the PM Awas Yojana-Urban in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Tuesday. Accompanied by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, he visited the homes of several recipients, where they voiced their concerns. Later in the day, the Prime Minister is set to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate various development projects in Bhubaneswar, with a total investment exceeding Rs 3,800 crores. PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone and dedicate to t...

September 16, 2024 6:37 PM

Mohan Charan Majhi sworn in as first BJP chief minister of Odisha

Mohan Charan Majhi took the oath as chief minister of Odisha's first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government on Wednesday, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneshwar. Along with Majhi, two deputy chief ministers - Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and Pravati Parida - were also sworn in. Odisha Governor Raghubar Das administered the oath to the first BJP Chief Minister of the state along with his deputies. Biju Janata Dal (BJD) le...