The Business Bytes
Paradip, July 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Odisha’s Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain and Jagatsinghpur MP Bibhu Prasad Tarai on Wednesday visited the IndianOil Paradip Refinery, where they participated in the ‘Maa Pain Gachhatie’ initiative by planting saplings. The visit underscored their commitment to advancing industrial development in Paradip, with a focus on benefiting local communities.
The visit commenced with a warm welcome by IndianOil Paradip Refinery Executive Director & Refinery Head Kausik Basu, who greeted the dignitaries with traditional uttariya and presented them with potted plants.
Minister Swain highlighted ongoing developmental efforts in the industrial region of Paradip, emphasizing the positive impact these initiatives will have on the local populace.
In his address, MP Tarai expressed his unwavering dedication to the progress of Paradip and its residents, emphasizing collaboration between stakeholders for sustainable growth.
Kausik Basu reaffirmed the Paradip Refinery’s pivotal role as the largest refinery on the eastern coast of India, stressing its partnership with the Odisha government to drive regional progress.
During the visit, Minister Swain and MP Tarai received a comprehensive briefing on the refinery’s operations, safety protocols, and upcoming projects. They reviewed operational processes firsthand, demonstrating their commitment to understanding and supporting the refinery’s strategic objectives.
The dignitaries praised the refinery’s contributions to the region’s economic landscape and commended its efforts in fostering strong partnerships for mutual prosperity. The visit concluded with a reaffirmation of shared goals in advancing industrial growth and community welfare in Paradip.
The visit of Minister Swain and MP Tarai to the IndianOil Paradip Refinery underscored a collaborative effort towards regional development and emphasized the refinery’s strategic role in driving economic progress in Odisha’s industrial heartland.
