Bhubaneswar, May 7: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi has called for a “two-coast strategy” to accelerate the next phase of industrial development in India, emphasizing the crucial role of the eastern coast in the country’s economic expansion.
During a three-day visit to Gujarat, CM Majhi made these remarks while addressing industry leaders after touring the Mundra port and other industrial facilities.
He stated, “India’s development cannot be one-sided. The next phase of industrial expansion should gain momentum from the eastern coast.”
Highlighting the need for structural changes, he proposed the ‘two-coast strategy’ and urged industry leaders to integrate operations on both coasts to leverage the strengths of the western coast while tapping into the opportunities of the eastern coast.
Majhi further added, “Balanced coastal development is essential for India’s long-term competitiveness. The eastern coast will play a decisive role in the development of the next decade.”
Citing the vastness and efficiency of India’s western coast, Majhi strongly advocated for accelerating development on the eastern coast, positioning Odisha as a natural gateway for the next wave of industrial growth in the country.
He noted that while the western coast has emerged as a major hub for maritime trade and industrial activities, the eastern coast is at a pivotal juncture, ready to replicate and scale up similar successes.
“The achievements on the western coast should now be extended to the eastern coast. Odisha provides the necessary ecosystem, connectivity, and policy support to make this transformation possible,” he said.
Accompanying the Chief Minister were Industry Minister Sampad Chandra Swain and senior officials from the state government. The delegation met with stakeholders from the industry and presented Odisha’s policy framework, infrastructure readiness, and facility-based governance model.
During the visit, the delegation conducted a guided tour of the Mundra industrial area and SEZ, observing key facilities such as the container jetty and Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) jetty, showcasing large-scale cargo handling capabilities.
The delegation also visited the western port area and a copper manufacturing unit, along with solar cell and wind turbine component manufacturing facilities, reflecting the scale of integrated industrial development.
CM Majhi reported that the Odisha government has approved 433 investment proposals worth ₹83 lakh crore, with 148 projects worth ₹28 lakh crore already underway. The intent to invest in Odisha is rapidly transforming into large-scale implementation.
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