Odisha Sets Ambitious Target to Join India’s Top Five Developed States by 2036

On the first day of the New Year, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled a bold 15‑point administrative roadmap designed to transform the state into one of India’s top five developed states by 2036.

The directive, formally communicated to newly appointed Chief Secretary Anu Garg, emphasises priority‑driven governance, faster decision‑making, and time‑bound execution of projects.

The strategy combines public sector efficiency with private investment‑led growth to ensure inclusive prosperity.

Key highlights of the roadmap include industrial expansion, speedy clearances at the district level, and filling vacant government posts within two years to strengthen administrative capacity.

District collectors have been tasked with fast‑tracking approvals to minimise delays in investment proposals and public service delivery.

The roadmap gains added significance as Anu Garg, Odisha’s first woman Chief Secretary, takes charge of coordinating departments and translating policy priorities into measurable outcomes.

Her leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in realising the state’s long‑term vision, aligned with the broader “Odisha Vision 2036–2047” framework.

With this ambitious plan, the Odisha government aims to usher in a new era of accelerated growth, efficient governance, and sustainable prosperity.