India, June 17 -- The 45th meeting of the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), chaired by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Wednesday approved 20 major investment proposals worth Rs76,611.86 crore.

These projects are expected to generate 50,517 employment opportunities across nine districts of the state. The approved investments span multiple sectors, including gemstone manufacturing, green energy equipment, aerospace and defence, rare earth minerals-based value-added products, pharmaceuticals, capital goods, chemicals, steel, iron and ferro alloys, and power and renewable energy.

Highlighting the state's progress, the Chief Minister said, "Through progressive policies, improved ease of doing business, strong infrastructur...