Singapore: The third day of Hon’ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s visit to Singapore marked a significant milestone with the Interactive Session on Business Opportunities in Odisha, which drew global investors and industry leaders from across the ASEAN region. The session, organized as part of Odisha’s investment outreach, showcased the state’s immense potential and its readiness to play a leading role in India’s growth story.
Odisha’s delegation, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, emphasized the state’s rich resources, world-class infrastructure, and skilled workforce, positioning Odisha as an attractive investment destination. The gathering witnessed enthusiastic participation from industry representatives from Singapore and neighboring countries, highlighting growing interest in Odisha’s emerging opportunities.
During the session, Chief Minister Majhi, along with Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain, engaged in high-level discussions with CHEE Hong Tat, Minister of Transport, Government of Singapore. The talks focused on developing integrated multimodal logistics solutions, drawing inspiration from Singapore’s advanced transportation systems. Both parties also explored collaborative efforts in digital freight management and coastal shipping.
Following the meeting at the Ministry of Transport, the delegation visited the Institute of Technical Education and Education Services (ITEES) in Singapore. Odisha has been actively collaborating with ITEES to strengthen its skill development initiatives, which include the establishment of the World Skill Centre (WSC) in Bhubaneswar. This collaboration has played a vital role in positioning Odisha as the “Skill Capital of India.” The visit aimed at enhancing Odisha’s skill development framework and exploring new initiatives in partnership with world-class institutions.
The delegation also participated in a roundtable organized by Enterprise Singapore and FICCI, discussing specific opportunities in sectors like infrastructure, manufacturing, and IT. Key companies in attendance included Agrocorp International, Aurionpro Payment Solutions, Elixir Technology, Surbana Jurong, and Yongnam Engineering Pte Ltd. High-level one-on-one meetings with global leaders such as Linde, Vena Energy, CapitalLand, and Micron focused on attracting investments to sectors such as Chemicals, Petrochemicals, IT, Textiles, and more.
A key highlight of the visit was the investor roadshow, which saw over 300 delegates, including industry leaders, investors, and the Odia diaspora. The roadshow featured a session on business opportunities in Odisha, where the state’s potential to drive economic growth through its infrastructure and human capital was emphasized.
Chief Minister Majhi addressed the gathering, stating, “Our visit to Singapore has been highly successful. We have engaged with industry leaders, visited advanced ports, and gained valuable insights to enhance Odisha’s development. Under Prime Minister Modi’s ‘Purvodaya Yojana,’ we are focused on revitalizing Eastern India. Odisha, with its rich resources and skilled workforce, is poised to lead India’s growth. I invite you all to join us at the ‘Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025’ to be part of this transformative journey.”
Minister Sampad Chandra Swain added, “Odisha is open for business, and we are ready to scale new heights. By prioritizing skill development, we have transformed Odisha into the Skill Capital of India. With our rich resources, world-class infrastructure, and strategic location, Odisha is the ideal destination for industries. We are committed to fostering a business-friendly environment that drives investment, growth, and job creation.”
The ongoing visit will continue with further high-level meetings and an interactive session with the Odia diaspora in Singapore. These engagements aim to attract investment and foster international partnerships to accelerate Odisha’s growth in the coming years.