Dikhyaa Mohanty 
The Odisha State Cabinet has adopted the Odisha IT Policy 2025, which aims to establish the state as a key hub for innovation and IT-enabled services in a significant push towards digital transformation and technical progress. The policy’s main goal is to incorporate cutting-edge technology into governance and public service delivery, including artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, data analytics, and the Internet of Things. Along with encouraging entrepreneurship and sustainable development, it also aims to create a society that is inclusive of all people via technology.
The policy prioritizes research and development, academic collaboration, and startup participation in order to create one million direct and indirect employment in the IT/ITeS industry. It also describes the creation of top-notch infrastructure, such as Special Economic Zones (SEZs), IT Towers, and IT Parks. Cybersecurity, 5G/mobile technology, AR/VR, deep learning, machine learning, and blockchain are among the emerging technologies that have been highlighted for promotion.
To attract investments, the policy offers a comprehensive set of incentives—including capital and interest subsidies, land and rental assistance, SGST reimbursement, and utility charge exemptions. Additional support covers patent registration, marketing, skill development, internships, and the establishment of Centres of Excellence (CoEs) and a Cable Landing Station. Incentives have also been tailored for Large and Mega IT Investments and the creation of co-working spaces.
To attract investments, the program offers a variety of advantages, such as capital and interest subsidies, land and rental assistance, SGST refunds, and utility fee exemptions. Additional support is provided for a Cable Landing Station, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), marketing, talent development, internships, and patent filing. Incentives for the creation of co-working spaces and massive IT investments have also been tailored.
