The Odisha government has cleared eight projects in six districts, totaling more than Rs 1,397 crore in proposed investments, according to a release.

2,860 state residents will be able to find work as a result of these developments.

According to the announcement, the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority approved eight applications, totaling an investment of Rs 1397.18 crore.

The government has green-lighted the proposal of Sintex BAPL Ltd to set up a plastic pipes and tank manufacturing unit in Sambalpur district with an investment of Rs 479.47 crore.

Hindalco Industries Ltd’s plan to invest Rs 241.05 crore to build a white-fused alumina manufacturing unit in the same district got a go-ahead from the administration.