🧑💼 State government Approves Projects to Generate Jobs
In a major boost to employment opportunities in Odisha, the state government has approved several major investment projects worth around ₹55,783 crore, expected to create more than 14,500 new jobs across various sectors.
Highlights of the announcement:
- The approvals came during the 43rd High‑Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) meeting, chaired by chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
- These projects span steel, rare‑earth manufacturing, automobiles & auto‑components, semiconductors, industrial gases, ferroalloys, and power/renewable energy sectors.
- The jobs are expected to be created across districts including Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Keonjhar and Khordha.
For example:
- A 6 MTPA steel plant by a JSW Group company in Dhenkanal is expected to generate around 8,000 jobs.
- A rare‑earth manufacturing unit by Jindal Poly Films Limited in Ganjam could create about 4,000 jobs.
- Other projects in automotive parts, semiconductor testing, industrial gases, and power plants are also part of this employment push.
This large‑scale investment and job creation drive is part of Odisha’s plan to boost industrial growth while expanding employment opportunities, especially for youth in both technical and non‑technical roles.
📈 Government Focus on youth Employment
Alongside project‑driven jobs, the odisha government continues to prioritize employment through public recruitment drives and skill development initiatives:
👍 Youth Opportunities:
Recent recruitment notices include government job openings targeting 10th, 12th pass youth and graduates across various departments and agencies — including roles in clerical support, technical assistance, and entry‑level positions.
👨🎓 Skill & Training Boost:
At the Odisha Skills 2025‑26 closing ceremony, the government announced plans to transform 47 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into Centres of Excellence (CoEs) to improve training quality and enhance job readiness, particularly in emerging technologies like AI.
💼 What This Means for Jobseekers in Odisha
📍 Types of New Jobs Expected
The newly announced investment‑linked jobs are likely to include:
- Manufacturing & production roles (e.g., steel plant operations)
- Technical jobs (e.g., semiconductor testing units)
- Renewable energy roles
- Support, logistics and administrative positions in industrial complexes
(Even though exact job lists and official recruitment details are still emerging, these sectors are named in project plans.)
📌 Government Recruitment Drives
Alongside industrial jobs, state recruitment boards and commissions are issuing notifications for government jobs — many with eligibility starting at 10th and 12th standard pass levels, making them accessible to a broad range of youths.
📌 State’s Long‑Term job Target
The odisha government has publicly declared ambitious long‑term employment goals — aiming to generate over 1.5 lakh jobs over five years — including both public sector positions and private/industrial opportunities.
This combined strategy of industrial investment, skills development, and public hiring reflects Odisha’s push to increase employment not just through one source, but by building a stronger overall job ecosystem.
🧠 Tips for Jobseekers in Odisha
✔ Monitor official government and OSSSC/OPSC notifications regularly for recruitment announcements.
✔ Prepare documents early: education certificates, ID proofs, domicile, etc.
✔ Explore skill training programs to enhance your chances for technical jobs created through these investments.
✔ Attend job fairs and career events organized by the state and partner organizations.
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