Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will be traveling to Mumbai on Sunday to attend the India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, where Odisha will make a strong pitch for its maritime and green energy ambitions.
According to an official release, CM Majhi will join the inaugural session on Monday as the Guest of Honour and later attend the Odisha Special Session in the afternoon, which will focus on the state’s port-led investment opportunities and export potential through its sea ports.
A delegation from the the Odisha government has already reached Mumbai to take part in the summit.
Besides showcasing its emergence as a key player in green hydrogen production and export, and emphasise on shipbuilding, ship repair and recycling, the state will also sign an MoU for the development of a cruise terminal in Puri, at the event slated to be held between October 27 and 31 in Mumbai.
The Paradip port will also be signing memoranda of understanding worth Rs 1.5 lakh crore across sectors, including shipbuilding, ship repair, port modernisation, smart port initiatives, business development, and green hydrogen projects.
The Odisha Inland Vessel Rules, 2025, a milestone regulatory framework aimed at strengthening inland water transport and maritime governance, will also be unveiled on the occasion.
The release further stated that Odisha’s participation in the event reflects its vision to become a major hub for port-led industrial growth and coastal economic development. “The state delegation will highlight investment opportunities in port-based industries, logistics, fisheries, and maritime technology, reaffirming Odisha’s commitment to strengthening India’s maritime trade and export ecosystem,” it noted.
During the Odisha session, the state will showcase its world-class port infrastructure, new developments, and vast maritime potential, inviting both domestic and international investors to explore new partnerships.
“This visit also marks an important moment as the Odisha Government completes 500 days under the leadership of Majhi, continuing its strong focus on inclusive development, industrial growth, and employment generation,” it added.
Odisha will also release two flagship publications — a coffee table book tracing its evolution from the ancient maritime legacy of Kalinga to its modern maritime vision, and a white paper on the Odisha Maritime Perspective Plan (OMPP) outlining a long-term roadmap for integrated maritime development.
