Odisha

Odisha struggles with significant challenges, including a difficult neighborhood, persistent left-wing violence, and interior districts that are some of the poorest and most isolated in India. The state government, led by the Biju Janata Dal, has largely responded with populist measures that have won it unusual stability in office.  Odisha was an early adopter of power sector reforms; more recently its capital, Bhubaneswar, was the first ranked “Smart City” in the country.  Paired with relative political stability, Odisha’s stature as an investment destination is rising.

State Policies

Solar Policy: Odisha Solar Policy (2013), Renewable Energy Policy (2016)

Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Policy: MSME Development Policy (2016)

Electric Mobility Policy: Electric Vehicle Policy (2021)

Industry Policy: Industrial Policy Resolution (2015)

State Summary

  • Size
    60,119 sq. miles
  • Population
    42 million
  • State GDP
    $42.19 billion (USD)
  • Legislative Assembly Seats
    147
  • Rajya Sabha Seats
    10
  • Lok Sabha Seats
    21
  • Party Affiliation
    Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
A general view of the Vedanta aluminum refinery at Lanjigarh. (STRDEL/AFP/Getty Images)
Hindu devotees gather as three giant chariots are pulled during the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri. (STR/AFP/GettyImages)
Left: A general view of the Vedanta aluminum refinery at Lanjigarh. (STRDEL/AFP/Getty Images)
Right: Hindu devotees gather as three giant chariots are pulled during the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri. (STR/AFP/GettyImages)
Climate Change

Climate Change

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Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) announces the generic tariff and prices for renewable energy projects

Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) announces the generic tariff and prices for renewable energy projects, including small hydro, biomass, and non-fossil fuel-based co-generation power projects. The control period of the tariff will span from financial year (FY) 2023-24 to 2025-26 for all renewable power projects.


Source: Mercom Go to
In Detail: Tariff order Go to

Grid Corporation of Odisha (GRIDCO) launches the Go Green portal

Grid Corporation of Odisha (GRIDCO) launches the Go Green portal to facilitate the development of renewable energy. The portal aims at facilitating renewable energy development by providing a single window platform for the developers in the state.


Source: Odisha bytes Go to
In Detail: Portal Go to

Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) unveils the draft Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2023

Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) unveils the draft Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2023. The regulations offer a comprehensive framework for consumers with contracted or sanctioned loads of 100 kW and above, enabling them to procure power through green energy open access.


Source: Solar Quarter Go to
In Detail: Draft Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2023 Go to

Odisha amends the Odisha Government Rules of Business

Odisha amends the Odisha Government Rules of Business by allocating the new subjects of “Energy Transition” and “Green Hydrogen” to the Energy Department to improve inter-departmental coordination, and accelerate the pace of renewable energy deployment.


Source: OMMcom News Go to
In Detail: Cabinet Decisions Go to
Energy

Energy

India faces a complex energy challenge: it needs cheap and abundant energy to power high economic growth and lift its citizens into the middle class. But it also hopes to keep its commitments to the U.N. Climate Change Convention and achieve energy independence. India’s states have the resources to generate the energy India needs, but they take different approaches to fostering the growth of the industry. This section allows you to explore energy news from India’s states and offers the Wadhwani Chair’s analysis of India’s energy sector.

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Coal  •  Energy Efficiency  •  Energy-related Transportation  •  Nuclear  •  Oil and Gas  •  Power & Renewable Energy  •  Power  •  Renewables  • 

Recent Articles

Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) announces the generic tariff and prices for renewable energy projects

Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) announces the generic tariff and prices for renewable energy projects, including small hydro, biomass, and non-fossil fuel-based co-generation power projects. The control period of the tariff will span from financial year (FY) 2023-24 to 2025-26 for all renewable power projects.


Source: Mercom Go to
In Detail: Tariff order Go to

Odisha signs three pivotal Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Rural Electrification Corporation (REC)

Odisha signs three pivotal Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) aimed at further developing the green energy and thermal power infrastructure in the state.


Source: Devdiscourse Go to
In Detail: Press release Go to

Grid Corporation of Odisha (GRIDCO) signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Hydro Power Corporation Limited

Grid Corporation of Odisha (GRIDCO) signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Hydro Power Corporation Limited, for the development of Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) and Renewable Energy in the state. The MoU envisages setting up self-identified pumped storage projects of 2,000 MW and ground mounted and floating solar projects of 1,000 MW in the state.


Source: Pragativadi Go to
In Detail: Press release Go to

Related National Goals

U.S.–India Energy Cooperation Project TrackerThere is currently no data available for Odisha. (updated July 3, 2019)

Solar Performance Tracker — Odisha reaches 452.72MW (updated March 31, 2021)

Wind Performance Tracker — Odisha achieves 0MW (updated March 30, 2021)

Finance

Finance

Finance

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Health

Health

While India’s healthcare system is expansive in terms of the number of beneficiaries covered, inequalities in access to high-quality yet affordable care continue to plague delivery systems and push citizens towards the more unregulated private sector. Similarly, while India’s National Health Policy of 2017 promises to reform this system, the responsibility to institute those reforms falls to the states who each have their own unique challenges and opportunities to meet the healthcare needs of their people. This section allows you to explore emerging healthcare policies and news covering new initiatives from India’s states and offers the Wadhwani Chair’s analysis of India’s healthcare sector.

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Odisha launches the third phase of the state’s flagship “Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana”

Odisha launches the third phase of the state’s flagship “Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana” (BSKY) health scheme. With the third phase of the expansion, the scheme is estimated to cover over 11 million families, covering 90 percent of the state’s population.


Source: Deccan Herald Go to
In Detail: Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana Guidelines Go to

Odisha approves the “Ama Hospital” scheme which aims to improve infrastructure and ensure sufficient manpower in the state-run healthcare facilities

Odisha approves the “Ama Hospital” scheme which aims to improve infrastructure and ensure sufficient manpower in the state-run healthcare facilities. The scheme will run from 2024 to 2028.


Source: Hindustan Times Go to
In Detail: Cabinet Decision Go to

Odisha extends the “Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana” (BSKY) health scheme to children aged between 5 and 18 years who are currently not enrolled in the scheme

Odisha extends the “Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana” (BSKY) health scheme to children aged between 5 and 18 years who are currently not enrolled in the scheme. The children can avail the benefits of the scheme, if their parents are current beneficiaries. Under the scheme, all beneficiaries can avail free healthcare services at government hospitals, and get families, and women get an additional coverage of INR 5 lakh for treatment at empanelled private hospitals.


Source: Business Standard Go to
In Detail: Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana Go to

Odisha declares Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C as notifiable diseases with immediate effect. The move comes considering rising cases in the state

Odisha declares Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C as notifiable diseases with immediate effect. The move comes considering rising cases in the state


Source: Economic Times Go to
In Detail: Odisha Health Department Twitter Go to
Industrial Policy and Business Regulations

Industrial Policy and Business Regulations

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Odisha approves the Odisha Biotechnology Policy 2024

Odisha approves the Odisha Biotechnology Policy 2024. The policy is aimed at promoting higher education, research and infrastructural development in the sector to promote innovation and attract investments.


Source: Orissa Diary Go to

Odisha approves the Odisha Procurement Preference Policy for Micro and Small Manufacturing Enterprises 2024

Odisha approves the Odisha Procurement Preference Policy for Micro and Small Manufacturing Enterprises 2024 to promote small and micro manufacturing enterprises in the state. As per the policy, goods manufactured by MSMEs and start-ups with a turnover under $6 million will get preference in procurement by government agencies.


Source: Times of India Go to
In Detail: Odisha Procurement Preference Policy for Micro and Small Manufacturing Enterprises 2024 Go to

Odisha amends the Odisha MSME Development Policy, 2022

Odisha amends the Odisha MSME Development Policy, 2022. As per the amendment, a differential amount of financial benefit can be extended to industries that have availed similar incentives from the centre, if the state policy offers higher incentives.


Source: The Week Go to
In Detail: Cabinet decisions (MSME Policy) Go to

Odisha signs three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the India Electronic and Semiconductor Association (IESA), global semiconductor giant Synopsys and Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC), respectively to build an ecosystem for the manufacturing of semiconductors in the state

Odisha signs three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the India Electronic and Semiconductor Association (IESA), global semiconductor giant Synopsys and Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC), respectively to build an ecosystem for the manufacturing of semiconductors in the state.


Source: Economic Times Go to
Infrastructure and Governance

Infrastructure and Governance

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Odisha approves the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for phase 1 of the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack metro rail project

Odisha approves the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for phase 1 of the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack metro rail project.


Source: Odisha TV Go to
In Detail: Cabinet Decision Go to

Odisha notifies the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy, 2023

Odisha notifies the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy, 2023 to attract private investment in the construction of public infrastructure. The policy will be applicable to all infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, ports, railways, airports, irrigation, helipads, industrial parks, logistic hubs, water supply, power, tourism, sports, healthcare, education, and inland waterways implemented through the PPP route.


Source: Deccan Herald Go to
In Detail: Odisha Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy 2023 Go to

Odisha approves a proposal to amend the Odisha Mobile Towers & Telegraph Line, OFC & Related Infrastructure Policy 2017

Odisha approves a proposal to amend the Odisha Mobile Towers & Telegraph Line, OFC & Related Infrastructure Policy 2017 to improve telecom infrastructural development, and ease approval clearance in the state.


Source: OMMcom News Go to
In Detail: Cabinet decisions Go to

Odisha approves the Odisha Rural-Urban Transition Policy

Odisha approves the Odisha Rural-Urban Transition Policy, aimed at removing the rural-urban divide by providing essential urban infrastructure, amenities and services to all citizens residing in the fast-growing rural areas adjoining cities.


Source: Telegraph India Go to
In Detail: Housing & Urban Development Department, Odisha Tweet Go to
Land & Labor Laws

Land & Labor Laws

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Odisha reduces the fee for conversion of leasehold land of Odisha State Housing Board from 10 percent to 3 percent

Odisha reduces the fee for conversion of leasehold land of Odisha State Housing Board or any development authority to freehold from the existing 10 percent to 3 percent.


Source: New Indian Express Go to

Odisha amends the Odisha Scheduled Areas Transfer of Immovable Property (by STs) Regulation, 1956

Odisha amends the Odisha Scheduled Areas Transfer of Immovable Property (by STs) Regulation, 1956 to allow citizens belonging to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) to transfer their land to non-tribal people in scheduled areas with a written permission from the sub-collector.


Source: Indian Express Go to
In Detail: Cabinet Decision Go to

Odisha passes the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Odisha amendment) Bill–2023

Odisha passes the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Odisha amendment) Bill–2023. The bill provides exemptions from the mandatory social impact assessment (SIA) that developers must undertake and special provisions for safeguarding food security during land acquisition for various industrial and infrastructure projects.


Source: Indian Express Go to
In Detail: Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Odisha amendment) Bill–2023 Go to

Odisha approves the Nutana Unnata Abhilasha (NUA) scheme

Odisha approves the Nutana Unnata Abhilasha (NUA) scheme with an outlay of $46.38 million. The scheme is aimed at training 100,000 youths every year in the state over the next three years and upgrading the skill development infrastructure in the state.


Source: Sambad English Go to
In Detail: Cabinet decisions Go to
Water & Sanitation

Water & Sanitation

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