Steel Slab Handling Surges 223.82% at Paradip Port
Paradip Port Authority recorded a sharp increase in steel slab handling in September 2026, reaching 72,404 MT compared with 22,359 MT in September 2025.
That represents a 223.82% growth over September 2025.
The increase reflects stronger industrial cargo volumes and reinforces Paradip Port’s role in supporting India’s steel, manufacturing and export value chains through efficient cargo handling and port operations.
September 2026: 72,404 MT
September 2025: 22,359 MT
Growth over September 2025: +223.82%
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🧹 Special Campaign 6.0 | Swachhata Mein Sahbhag
As part of Special Campaign 6.0, the Engineering Department, Paradip Port Authority conducted a cleanliness and sanitation drive at the Bus Stand area.
The initiative reflects PPA’s continued commitment to cleanliness, hygiene and a cleaner, healthier environment under the Swachhata Mein Sahbhag campaign.
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📍FieldVisitUpdate Balasore, today the Land Officer and DH, Balasore, along with their team, visited IID Somnathpur and the Industrial Estate, Srikona, to verify issues relating to industrial units. 🏭 #IDCO#Balasore#Somnathpur#Srikona (1/2)
MAS Holdings is setting up a major integrated apparel park at Bhuinpur, Khordha, Odisha.
• $140 million+ investment
• Spread across 60 acres
• 10,000+ jobs expected
• Integrated manufacturing hub bringing multiple industry partners together
• Production will serve domestic and international markets
• A major boost to Odisha’s apparel and textile manufacturing ecosystem.
Odisha is looking at Rs 50,000+ crore in major maritime investments:
• Rs 24,700 Cr - Shipbuilding cluster in Kendrapara - Land acquisition is in progress
• Rs 21,500 Cr - Bahuda Satellite Port, Ganjam, with ~150 MTPA cargo capacity - In principle approval given, land is already available
• Rs 3,005 Cr (In Progress) - Paradip Port Western Dock, adding ~25 MTPA capacity and handling Capesize vessels with drafts up to 18.5 m
A major expansion of Odisha’s maritime economy.
Urea Handling Surges 122.46% at Paradip Port
Paradip Port Authority recorded a strong increase in urea handling in September 2026, reaching 52,500 MT compared with 23,600 MT in September 2025.
That represents a 122.46% growth over September 2025.
The significant rise reflects robust movement of essential agricultural inputs and highlights Paradip Port’s role in supporting India’s agricultural supply chain through efficient and reliable cargo handling operations.
September 2026: 52,500 MT
September 2025: 23,600 MT
Growth over September 2025: +122.46%
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#ParadipPort #PPA #Urea #CargoHandling #AgriculturalSupply #MaritimeTrade #PortOperations
Who is Elon Musk referring to here?
Starlink could definitely help connect remote parts of India. But for mass adoption, affordability is as important as availability.
The bigger question: who is actually blocking Starlink, and why? 🤔
🤝IDCO welcomed the Ministry of Coal team for discussions on key matters concerning coal mines allocated in Odisha. The interaction focused on coordinated action, timely follow-up and expeditious resolution, supporting smooth implementation and Odisha’s industrial growth. #idco
Odisha Yatri’s journey so far:
- Rs 15.5 crore earned by drivers.
- Zero commission model.
- 6.34 lakh users.
- 18,600 drivers across 5 cities.
- 10 lakh trips completed.
PS: 100% of the fare goes to the driver - zero commission for the platform.
Paradip has now been designated as a Mega Port.
Advantage for Odisha. Opportunity for tech investors.
Connect with Odisha and explore the state's tech ecosystem on 7th & 9th October.
📍Odisha Connect 2026 Roadshow, Hyderabad & Bengaluru
Odisha is keeping the EV push going.
Odisha EV Policy 2021 has been extended till Dec 31, 2026, giving buyers and the industry more time to benefit from incentives.
Under the policy:
> 100% exemption on road tax & registration fees
> Up to Rs 20,000 subsidy on electric 2-wheelers
> Up to Rs 1.5 lakh subsidy on electric 4-wheelers
> Incentives also available for e-buses and goods carriers
A longer runway for EV adoption and cleaner mobility across Odisha.
Tourism is not sold by advertisements. It is sold by experiences.
In today’s connected world, travellers check reviews, ask friends and gather what other travellers experienced before choosing a destination.
One great experience can bring dozens of new visitors through word of mouth. One bad experience can do the opposite.
That is why tourism growth is not just about building hotels and attractions. It is about creating experiences so good that visitors become the destination’s biggest ambassadors.
For Odisha, the goal should be simple: create experiences so good that tourists themselves become our biggest promoters.