Odisha Cabinet clears Bill for economic region authorities
The Cabinet also approved the second phase of the state’s flagship tribal livelihood programme, the Mukhya Mantri Janajati Jeevika Mission
On Saturday, Odisha's Cabinet approved the Odisha Development Authorities (Amendment) Bill, 2026, amending the 1982 Act to establish Economic Region Development Authorities. These entities will oversee multi-district economic corridors, enabling seamless state notifications for future economic regions without frequent legislative enactments.
The first City Economic Region, BKPPER (Bhubaneswar-Kataka-Puri-Paradeep), will be officially formed post-approval. Developed with the NITI Aayog's support, BKPPER aims to unite ports, industries, urban hubs, logistics, and religious/cultural sites into a coordinated economic geography. Recognized by the Union Budget 2026-27, BKPPER is among four key City Economic Regions in India, alongside Varanasi, Surat, and Vishakhapatnam.
The cabinet also approved the second phase of the Mukhya Mantri Janajati Jeevika Mission (MMJJM 2.0), targeting 8 lakh Tribal and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group households across 19 districts, 19 Tribal Sub-Plans, and 20 Micro Project Areas. The mission will run from 2026-27 to 2030-31, with a ₹2,995 crore budget fully funded by the state.
Each tribal household will receive ₹30,000 in two DBT installments, enabling them to select livelihood options based on local resources. The mission includes specialized interventions for PVTG communities, such as nutritional support and creche facilities.
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