Odisha government plans 870-Acre Silicon Valley hub in Cuttack’s Naraj for semiconductor, IT projects
The State government has received investment proposals worth approximately Rs 23,600 crore and the potential to generate 6,100 employment opportunities, says Odisha CM
The Odisha government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, has unveiled ambitious plans to establish a 870-acre Silicon Valley hub near Naraj in Cuttack district. The site, strategically positioned along the Cuttack–Bhubaneswar urban corridor, offers unparalleled connectivity and industrial infrastructure. Majhi emphasized the site's potential as a strategic hub for semiconductor supply chains, logistics, and allied industries during a presentation at SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi.
With proximity to the Mahanadi River, the location offers significant advantages for meeting water requirements of semiconductor fabrication facilities and assembly units. The government has received investment proposals worth around ₹23,600 crore, with the potential to create 6,100 employment opportunities, signaling a pivotal step towards developing a robust semiconductor and electronics ecosystem.
Odisha is actively pursuing investments across the semiconductor value chain, extending additional fiscal support to India Semiconductor Mission-approved projects in various segments.
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