Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Odisha Ranks Top Five in Investment Friendliness Index
Odisha has made it to the top five states in India for being investment-friendly, according to the NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026.
This is a big deal because Odisha is the only state from eastern and northern India to be in this elite group.
The state scored 52.4, showing that it has been working hard to make it easier for businesses to invest there.
The government has been making changes to policies, building better infrastructure, and making sure businesses are treated fairly.
Industry leaders are happy about this ranking and believe it shows that Odisha is becoming a great place for investments in areas like manufacturing, mining, and green energy.
The Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, said this recognition will help Odisha attract even more investments and become one of India's top economies.
Odisha ranked 5th in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026.
Gujarat topped the index with Odisha scoring 52.4.
Odisha is the only state from eastern and northern India in the top five.
The ranking is attributed to policy reforms, infrastructure development, and business-friendly governance.
Industry leaders credit the ranking to the government's proactive engagement and policy stability.
- Who
- Odisha Government and Industry Leaders
- What
- Odisha ranked 5th in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026
- When
- Recent (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- Due to policy reforms, infrastructure development, and business-friendly governance
Government Perspective
Industry Perspective
Investment Climate
Government Perspective
The government attributes the ranking to policy reforms, infrastructure development, and business-friendly governance.
Industry Perspective
Industry leaders credit the ranking to the government's proactive engagement and policy stability.
Future Prospects
Government Perspective
The government aims to accelerate industrialization and attract higher investments.
Industry Perspective
Industry leaders believe Odisha is setting new benchmarks in industrial development.
- Rank
- 5th
- Score
- 52.4
- Top-Ranked State
- Gujarat
- Chief Minister
- Mohan Charan Majhi
- Key Sectors Attracting Investment
- Manufacturing, Mining, Green Energy, Logistics