January 17th 2025.
On Friday, the bustling city of Bhubaneswar will welcome the esteemed guest, Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, who is embarking on a two-day visit to the capital. This visit holds great significance as it highlights Singapore's keen interest in fostering projects and collaborations in the state of Odisha. It is also worth noting that Singapore is the first country partner of the Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, the state's flagship biennial investors' meet scheduled for January 28-29.
President Tharman, who is currently on a state visit to India from January 14-18 at the invitation of President Droupadi Murmu, is the first Singaporean President to visit India in a decade. This visit marks an important milestone as it also commemorates 60 years of diplomatic ties between India and Singapore.
During his stay in Odisha, President Tharman will have the honor of meeting with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and attending an official dinner hosted by him. This meeting is expected to focus on discussing economic strategies and exploring mutual opportunities for collaboration. As part of his itinerary, the Singaporean President will also be visiting Bharat Biotech's vaccine manufacturing facility and the World Skills Centre, which is supported by Singapore's Institute of Technical Education Services and funded by the Asian Development Bank. Additionally, he will have the pleasure of visiting the iconic Sun Temple in Konark, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Odisha.
President Tharman's visit will be accompanied by his wife, Jane Ittogi Shanmugaratnam, and a high-level delegation, including Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat, Senior Minister Sim Ann, Members of Parliament, and business representatives. The delegation's main focus will be on exploring collaborations in key areas such as skills development, green energy, and petrochemicals. It is expected that eight MoUs will be signed, with the aim of extending cooperation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training, particularly in the semiconductor industry in the state.
In light of this prestigious visit, the Commissionerate Police has imposed traffic restrictions in the capital city from 10:50 am on January 17 until 6 pm on January 18. This measure has been taken for the sake of security and public safety during the President's visit. As the city prepares to welcome President Tharman and his delegation, the people of Odisha eagerly anticipate the fruitful collaborations and opportunities that this visit will bring.
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