Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to Attend India Chem 2026 in Mumbai

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to attend India Chem 2026 in Mumbai, where he will participate in the inaugural session and address representatives of the chemical and petrochemical industries.

Hemant Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary in Odisha’s Industries Department, shared the information while speaking in Mumbai. He said the Chief Minister would attend the event over two days and address more than 500 representatives from leading chemical and petrochemical companies from India and other countries.

The visit is expected to give Odisha an opportunity to present its industrial potential to companies looking for investment opportunities in India.

What is India Chem 2026?

India Chem is an industry event focused on the chemical and petrochemical sectors. Such events bring together businesses, investors, policymakers and industry experts to discuss investment, manufacturing, technology and future growth.

The chemical industry supplies materials used in a wide range of products, from medicines and fertilisers to paints, plastics, textiles and everyday consumer goods. Petrochemicals are chemicals made mainly from petroleum and natural gas and are used to produce products such as plastics, synthetic fibres and industrial materials.

Events like India Chem give governments and companies a platform to explore partnerships and discuss plans for expanding industrial production.

Why is Odisha's participation important?

Odisha has been working to attract industrial investment and strengthen its manufacturing sector. Participation in an event attended by major chemical and petrochemical companies gives the state an opportunity to highlight its industrial infrastructure, resources and investment prospects.

Chief Minister Majhi's address could help communicate the state government's priorities to potential investors. However, any specific investment announcements or agreements would need to be confirmed separately.

What happens next?

According to Hemant Sharma, Majhi will take part in the inaugural session and address industry representatives gathered for India Chem 2026 in Mumbai.

The key question will be whether the meetings lead to concrete investment proposals, new partnerships or plans for industrial projects in Odisha. Any confirmed announcements from the event could provide a clearer picture of its benefits for the state.

For now, the Chief Minister's participation is an opportunity for Odisha to engage directly with leaders from India's chemical and petrochemical industries and promote the state as a destination for industrial investment.