March 2nd 2025.
In an exciting development for the state of Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Sunday that a mega steel plant worth Rs 40,000 crore will be established in Keonjhar's Patna area. This project will be a joint effort between the renowned companies JSW and POSCO, and is expected to bring great economic growth and opportunities to the region.
Addressing a large crowd at Champua, Majhi expressed his gratitude for being able to fulfill his promise of bringing a mega steel plant to Keonjhar. He shared that it has been a long-standing dream of his and he is thankful to have been given the opportunity to make it a reality as the Chief Minister.
The ambitious plan for Keonjhar does not stop at the Patna area, as the CM also revealed that steel industries will be developed in other parts of the district as well. The total investment for these developments is estimated to exceed Rs 1 lakh crore, which will greatly boost the economy and provide employment opportunities for the local population.
This announcement comes after the JSW Group, led by Sajjan Jindal, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Odisha government during the 'Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave' on January 28. The agreement stated that the company will establish a 5 million tonnes per annum steel plant in Keonjhar, which will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the local economy.
It should also be noted that in October last year, the JSW Group and South Korean steel giant POSCO had signed an MoU to set up an integrated steel plant in India with an initial capacity of 5 MTPA. While the exact location for this plant has not been disclosed, the fact that two prestigious companies are investing in the state is a testament to Odisha's potential for growth and development.
During his speech, the CM also announced a grant of Rs 4 crore for the construction of a three-storey building at Chandra Sekhar College in Champua. This was in addition to the Rs 3.30 crore grant already announced by Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj for the development of the college. These investments in education will go a long way in improving the quality of life for the people of Keonjhar.
In an effort to further promote the importance of agriculture in the state, Majhi also inaugurated a five-day Regional Agricultural Machinery Fair in Keonjhar during his visit. He emphasized that agriculture and allied activities are crucial for Odisha, where more than 60 per cent of the population relies on these sectors for their livelihood. The fair will showcase the latest technologies and machinery available for farmers, and will encourage them to adopt modern methods for better productivity.
To conclude the event, the CM released a song titled 'People's CM Mohan' that celebrates his dedication to the development of Odisha and its people. This event was a true testament to the CM's commitment towards fulfilling his promises and bringing prosperity to the state.
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