Bhubaneswar: On Monday, Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited the Odisha Pavilion at the India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, highlighting the state’s significant maritime history and heritage. During his address, he emphasized Odisha’s vision for enhancing maritime trade, drawing parallels to the ancient Odia mariners who once excelled in navigation and trade.
The Chief Minister took to social media to express pride in the pavilion’s display, which illustrated Odisha’s historical maritime journey. He noted how the state’s sailors contributed to trade and cultural exchanges across distant shores, leading to current advancements in world-class ports and robust coastal infrastructure, along with increasing investments in the blue economy.
The Odisha Pavilion showcased the state’s strategic location and progressive port policies, positioning Odisha as a vital hub in India’s eastern maritime corridor. Majhi reiterated the state’s dedication to honoring its maritime legacy while aiming for a modern, sustainable future in the blue economy.
This initiative underscores Odisha’s potential to lead in maritime trade and development, aligning with national efforts to bolster India’s coastal economy and enhance its global connectivity.
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