Latest Project Updates
Rs.165 Million Sponge Iron Mfg. Expansion Project in Sundargarh, Odisha
Executive Summary: A steel company is set to install a 29,900 TPA hot charging rolling mill in Tainser, Sundargarh, Odisha, at a cost of ₹165.5 million. It also plans to expand its DRI plant to 9,90,000 TPA with a ₹17,950 million investment. Construction begins in April 2026. Environmental clearance is under review by the Ministry of Environment.
Rs.1260 Million New Hospital Building Construction Project in Cuttack, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new G+5 storied hospital building has been constructed in Kairapari, Kotsahi, Tangi, Cuttack, Odisha, with construction starting in November 2023 and completing in April 2024. The project aims to strengthen local healthcare infrastructure. As of July 2025, it has been submitted to the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority for necessary environmental clearance.
Rs.36000 Million New Specialty Steel Processing Facility in Dhenkanal, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new specialty steel processing facility with a capacity of 1.26 million tonnes per annum is planned in Dhenkanal, Odisha. The project, with an estimated investment of ₹36,000 million, has received approval from the 41st High-Level Clearance Authority as of June 2025. It aims to enhance steel production infrastructure and support industrial growth in the region.
New Coated and Uncoated Paper Mfg. Project in Khordha, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new paper manufacturing project is planned in Balipatana, Khordha, Odisha, with an annual capacity of 4,800 metric tonnes of coated and uncoated paper. Aimed at boosting paper production for various industrial uses, the project has received consent from state pollution control authorities as of July 2025, marking a key step toward establishing the proposed facility.
New Fiber Reinforced Polymer Products Mfg. Project in Cuttack, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) products manufacturing project is planned in the IDCO Industrial Estate, Choudwar, Cuttack, Odisha. The project will produce FRP homes, portable cabins, toilets, and decorative items. As of July 2025, the initiative has received establishment consent from the state pollution control authorities, paving the way for its upcoming development.
Rs.92000 Million Coal Based Thermal Power Plant Expansion Project in Anugul, Odisha
Executive Summary: A coal-based thermal power plant in Derange, Kaniha, Anugul, Odisha is set for expansion from 1,200 MW to 2,000 MW with the addition of an 800 MW unit. The project, costing ₹92,000 million, is scheduled for construction from April 2026 to March 2027. As of July 2025, it awaits environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Rs.117820 Million New High-Ash Coal to Ammonium Nitrate Plant in Odisha
Executive Summary: A new coal-to-chemical plant is being planned in Odisha to convert high-ash coal into ammonium nitrate, with a production capacity of 600,000 metric tons per annum. The project, estimated to cost Rs.117,820.5 million, will be jointly developed by Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Limited and the Odisha Industries Department. As of July 2025, planning activities are underway.
New Iron Metal Recovery Unit in Dhenkanal, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new iron metal recovery unit is planned in Uparpal, Odapada, Dhenkanal, Odisha, focusing on extracting 6,000 MT per annum of iron from LD slag. The project aims to enhance resource recovery and reduce industrial waste. As of June 2025, necessary consent has been granted by the state pollution control authorities to proceed with the project’s establishment.
New Dispersants, Dewatering Aids, Flow Aids Mfg. Project in Khordha, Odisha
Executive Summary: A new specialty chemicals manufacturing project is planned in Sarua Industrial Area, Khordha, Odisha. It includes the production of dispersants, dewatering aids, grinding aids, various metal oxides, formaldehyde resins, SAP polymers, mineral coatings, metal stearates, and lubricant additives. With diverse capacities, the facility has received consent from the state pollution control authorities as of June 2025 to proceed.
Rs.165540 Million Port Expansion Project in Paradeep, Odisha
Executive Summary: A major port expansion project is planned in Paradeep, Odisha, aiming to enhance and upgrade existing facilities to handle 50 million metric tons of cargo annually. The project is estimated to cost Rs. 165,540 million. As of June 2025, a concession agreement has been signed with the Odisha government, marking a significant step toward implementation.