Odisha Secures JSW, POSCO Deals For Two Mega Steel Plants In Dhenkanal, Keonjhar
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Summary
The projects, with a combined proposed capacity of 11 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), are expected to significantly strengthen Odisha’s position as a leading steel-producing hub in the country: Reports
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Type Research
Source Deccan Chronicle
Published Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
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PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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NDA III BJP-led NDA
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