Bhubaneswar: Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India, organized the ‘Eastern India Clean Energy Summit’ with the theme ‘Powering Eastern India’s Net-Zero Transformation’ at Hotel Swosti Premium in Bhubaneswar.
The summit witnessed strong commitments from the Government of Odisha, outlining a clear roadmap for the state’s clean energy future with Deputy Chief Minister Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo.
At the event, ASSOCHAM and Ernst & Young launched the knowledge report “Odisha Energy Transition – Chariots of Change.” The report was presented by Shri Somesh Kumar, Partner & Head (Power & Utilities), EY, and outlines strategic pathways for Odisha’s shift toward renewable energy, grid readiness, green industries, and long-term investment planning.
ASSOCHAM Odisha Chief Shri Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, while welcoming the Honourable Guests, stated that the insights reinforce ASSOCHAM’s commitment to driving evidence-based dialogue and supporting Eastern India’s clean energy ambitions.
Shri Mohanty stated that the event’s insights reinforce ASSOCHAM’s commitment to driving evidence-based dialogue and supporting Eastern India’s clean energy ambitions.
Shri Mohanty’s strong advocacy for green energy and sustainable practices, including “green steel,” is consistent with his positions as Chairman, Odisha State Development Council, ASSOCHAM and Chairman and Managing Director, MGM Group of Industries.
His leadership role within ASSOCHAM’s Odisha State Development Council was instrumental in convening the summit, which brought together policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders to focus on ‘Powering Eastern India’s Net-Zero Transformation
MGM Group is a diversified conglomerate with a significant presence in mining and steel making, as well as green energy.
The policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders held fruitful deliberations on Green Energy and its usefulness for Eastern India in general and particularly to the State of Odisha.