In Short : The Union Cabinet has approved semiconductor manufacturing units in Odisha, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh with an outlay of ₹4,600 crore. The initiative aims to enhance domestic chip production, cut import reliance, and bolster India’s role in the global semiconductor supply chain, while creating employment opportunities and driving innovation in advanced electronics manufacturing. […]
In Short : Odisha has requested ₹3,069 crore from the Centre under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to develop disaster-resilient power infrastructure, including underground cabling in cyclone-prone coastal areas. Deputy CM K V Singh Deo also sought an 800 MW power allocation from NLC Talabira Phase-II. The proposal is part of a broader ₹6,284 crore […]
In Short : The Odisha government has approved renewable energy projects totaling 178 MW, comprising 174 MW of solar and 4 MW of wind capacity, with an investment of ₹869.8 crore. These projects will be developed across Bolangir, Boudh, Kalahandi, and Nabrangpur districts. With this addition, the state’s total renewable capacity will rise to 1,845 MW, reinforcing Odisha’s clean […]
In Short : MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi met Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja to review the National Green Hydrogen Mission and PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Odisha’s potential as a hydrogen hub and rooftop solar expansion were key topics. Officials emphasized infrastructure, water availability, and accelerating installations through the ULA model to boost […]
In Short : The Odisha government has approved 17 projects worth ₹3,878.86 crore across 11 districts, expected to generate over 10,500 jobs. Key investments include textile, recycling, sensor, electronics, battery storage, steel, and logistics sectors. Major proposals include MAS India’s ₹885 crore textile unit and Greenwave’s ₹650 crore recycling plant, boosting industrial growth and regional […]
In Short : ACME Group will set up a 400,000-tonne green ammonia plant at Tata Steel SEZ in Gopalpur, Odisha, with operations starting in 2029. The entire output will be exported to Japan, supporting its decarbonization goals. The project, aligned with India’s Green Hydrogen Mission, is expected to generate over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs […]
Delhi – Marking a major milestone in India’s renewable energy journey, Saatvik Solar Industries Private Limited (“SSIPL”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Saatvik Green Energy Limited (“SGEL”) today (June 5, 2025) hosted the groundbreaking ceremony of its upcoming 4.00 GW solar PV module manufacturing facility (“Project Site”), which shall be set-up on the land sub-leased […]
In Short : Odisha’s Raj Bhavan is set to become the state’s first net-zero energy campus with a new 400 kW solar plant, adding to its existing 150 kW setup. It’s also adopting electric vehicles for official use. This move, backed by Governor Kambhampati, promotes sustainability and aligns with state efforts to solarize all government […]
In Short : Apollo Green Energy plans to invest ₹4,500 crore in solar power projects across Odisha, targeting 1,000 MW capacity and generating 3,000 jobs. A 54 MWp plant in Ganjam is already underway. The projects will include battery storage systems to ensure reliable power. Odisha’s government has pledged full support to accelerate green energy […]