Jindal Steel and Power to invest Rs 70,000 crore more in Odisha to drive industrial and social transformation
JSP is exploring possibilities of setting up a steel plant at Keonjhar district
Over the past decade, JSP has invested Rs 900 crore in sustainable social initiatives
By Subrat Sarangi
Bhubaneswar, Jan. 28: Jindal Steel and Power (JSP) has announced an ambitious plan to invest additional Rs 70,000 crore in Odisha over coming years, reaffirming its commitment to the state’s sustainable industrial growth and community development.
The announcement was made by JSP chairman Naveen Jindal at the ‘Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave – 2025 held in Bhubaneswar, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
“Our vision is to make Odisha a global industrial leader while improving the quality of life for its people consistently. This additional Rs 70,000 crore investment will not only drive industrial growth but also uplift the quality of life of thousands of families in Odisha, contributing to India’s journey toward self-reliance,” said JSP chairman Naveen Jindal
“We are also exploring possibilities to set up a steel plant in Keonjhar district to fulfil the vision of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi,” added Jindal.
The Utkarsh Odisha event underscored Odisha’s strategic importance in India’s economic growth, with leaders emphasizing collaboration between the public and private sectors to achieve sustainable development.
JSP is already operating India’s first coal gasification plant for steel production at Angul, pioneering sustainable practices and reducing dependence on imported coking coal. The Angul Steel Plant, currently at a capacity of 6 MTPA, will double to 12 MTPA this year and is set to reach 25.2 MTPA by 2030, positioning it as the world’s largest and greenest steel plant and a leader in hydrogen-based green steel production.
Beyond its industrial efforts, JSP has made significant contributions to Odisha’s community development. Over the past decade, the company has invested ₹900 crore in sustainable social initiatives focusing on healthcare, education, skill development, women empowerment, rural livelihood, sports, art & culture. These programs have transformed countless lives across the state.
