ENA State 2025-08-04 17:53:43 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Odisha, Aug 4 (KNN)</strong> Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has officially announced that the land acquisition process for a major steel plant in Keonjhar district has been completed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This development is seen as a significant milestone in boosting industrial growth in the mineral-rich region of Odisha.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The steel plant project is being led by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), which is a joint venture between global steel giants ArcelorMittal and Japan's Nippon Steel.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The plant, to be located in the Patna tehsil of Keonjhar, is expected to bring large-scale employment opportunities and enhance the region's infrastructure and economy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">CM Majhi revealed that around 2,000 acres of land have been acquired for the proposed project.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He added that his government is fully committed to supporting industrial development in Odisha, ensuring that necessary clearances and facilities are provided to investors promptly.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The CM also emphasised the importance of ensuring the rights and welfare of local communities during the industrialisation process.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The steel plant by AM/NS India is part of the companys broader investment plan in Odisha, which includes setting up integrated steel units and enhancing capacity.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The state government views such investments as crucial in transforming Odisha into a leading manufacturing hub in India.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This announcement follows CM Majhi's visit to the region, where he interacted with officials and local stakeholders to review the progress of the project.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He assured that the government will facilitate the next stages of development, including construction and operations, in a time-bound and transparent manner.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The successful completion of land acquisition marks a major step towards realising Odishas industrial ambitions and promises economic upliftment for Keonjhar and surrounding areas.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43061 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/state/odisha-cm-majhi-confirms-land-acquisition-for-keonjhar-steel-plant 2025-08-04 17:53:43 knnindia.co.in