Latest Anu Garg News & Updates

Bhubaneswar, May 7 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday returned to Odisha after his three-day visit to Gujarat, securing investment commitments worth Rs 48,330 crore that are expected to generate more than 67,838 employment opportunities across multiple sectors in the state. Addressing the Odisha Investors’ Meet Roadshow in Vadodara on Thursday, CM Majhi said, “Western India has already led India’s industrial rise. Now, for Viksit Bharat, Eastern India must rise, and Odish…

Bhubaneswar, May 6 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday said that the state is now poised to power India’s east coast, offering scale, speed, and strategic access to the next frontier of growth, as he invited the industry leaders to invest in the state. On the first day of his three-day visit to Gujarat, Chief Minister Majhi, while addressing the Odisha Investors’ Meet Roadshow in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, said, “Gujarat has powered India’s west. Odisha is now ready to …

Bhubaneswar, April 22 (IANS) The Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved eight key proposals, including the Odisha City Gas Distribution (CGD) Policy, aimed at boosting Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) infrastructure across the state in line with the broader push for clean and sustainable energy.The proposals, spanning eight departments, received Cabinet approval at a meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday.Bri…

Bhubaneswar, April 21 (IANS) Odisha government’s State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) on Tuesday approved as many as 18 industrial projects with a total investment of Rs 3,877.14 crore. According to an official statement, these industrial projects, approved during the 146th meeting of the SLSWCA, Odisha, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, are expected to generate 7,565 employment opportunities. The industries are proposed to be established across 11 districts, including Bal…

Bhubaneswar, April 2 (IANS) The Odisha government has directed all departments, district administrations, and urban local bodies not to transfer officials and employees engaged in census duties to ensure the successful completion of the Census 2027, according to an official statement issued on Thursday. Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Arabinda Padhee, has written to secretaries of various departments, heads of departments, district collectors of all …

Bhubaneswar, March 24 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday issued firm instructions to the police administration to maintain law and order across the state during the upcoming Ram Navami celebrations on March 27. Chairing a high-level meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan here, the Chief Minister emphasised the need for strict vigilance and effective management to ensure peaceful observance of the festival throughout Odisha. It may be noted that in 2025, the festival was conducted pea…

Bhubaneswar, March 18 (IANS) In a significant development, the Odisha government on Tuesday approved 23 industrial projects with a total investment of Rs 4,510.65 crore.​ These projects were approved at the 145th meeting of the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) held here under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Anu Garg.​According to an official statement, the approved projects are expected to generate 10,122 employment opportunities, significantly contributing to inclu…

Bhubaneswar, March 13 (IANS) Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Friday said that the state would achieve its ambitious vision of a Viksit Odisha by 2036 by harnessing its huge potential in the blue economy. While addressing the gathering during the inauguration of a Global Summit on Blue Economy 2026 at the Lok Seva Bhawan here, Garg, highlighting the potential of ocean-based sectors to drive economic growth, emphasised Odisha’s EDGE, strong economic fundamentals, favourable demography, strategic geo…

Bhubaneswar, March 11 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep concern over reports that several Odia people are stranded in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict and crisis in the region.Emphasising the safe return of Odia residents, the Chief Minister has directed Chief Secretary Anu Garg to closely monitor the situation and take necessary steps to facilitate their return.It may be noted that following the Chief Minister’s directive, a high-level meeting was h…

Bhubaneswar, March 11 (IANS) Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Wednesday held a meeting with Secretaries of various departments and District Collectors to review the availability and uninterrupted supply of cooking gas (LPG), petrol and diesel across the state. The meeting was held at Lok Seva Bhawan, where all District Collectors joined virtually.During the meeting, the Chief Secretary informed the Collectors that detailed discussions had already been held with officials of oil marketing compa…