In a significant push to industrial development in southern Odisha, foundation stones were laid for 12 major projects worth Rs 28,084 crore across Ganjam district, with total investments for the district now exceeding Rs 40,000 crore.

The projects span key sectors such as green hydrogen, solar energy, specialty chemicals, logistics, agro-processing, and infrastructure. A majority of these are located at the Tata Steel Special Economic Zone (TSSEZ) in Gopalpur, cementing it as one of India’s most dynamic industrial zones.

Green Hydrogen and Ammonia: Powering Clean Exports

Among the five projects launched at Tata Steel’s Gopalpur Industrial Park, two major investments in green hydrogen and ammonia stand out.

Reports mentioned that Ocior Energy is investing Rs 7,200 crore to set up a production facility with a job potential of 2,300, while HHP Five (Hygenco) is establishing another Rs 4,000 crore unit that will employ over 1,500 people.

With these additions, Gopalpur Industrial Park now hosts four green hydrogen and ammonia units, making it a critical node in India’s clean energy ambitions.

Solar Cell and Module Manufacturing: Scaling Renewable Infrastructure

Saatvik Solar Industries will establish a 4.8 GW cell and 4.0 GW module manufacturing unit with an investment of Rs 3,500 crore, creating 3,225 jobs. Similarly, World Green Energy is investing Rs 2,500 crore in a 2.0 GW cell and 1.2 GW module plant, generating 2,500 jobs.

Superform Chemistries (UPL) is setting up a Rs 4,001 crore specialty chemicals plant, expected to employ 4,100 people, while Petronet LNG will invest Rs 6,500 crore in a liquefied natural gas terminal at Gopalpur, adding 1,000 jobs.