Utkal Alumina hosts Annual Entrepreneurship Conclave to foster young entrepreneurs in tribal hinterland

Utkal Alumina, a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, organised an Annual Entrepreneurship Conclave under Project Udyamee on July 27, 2024, at Rayagada, focusing on empowering communities and driving inclusive growth.

About 283 entrepreneurs attended the event, showing great enthusiasm and commitment to entrepreneurial development in the tribal hinterland.

The event was presided by Mr Rabi Mishra, Unit Head of Utkal Alumina, as the chief guest, in the presence of Mr Bijay Kumar Sahu, GM RIC, Rayagada; Mr Kanhu Charan Sahu, CFME DIC, Rayagada; Mr Siba Mahapatra, Cluster CSR Head; Ms Lopamudra Mishra, Utkal Alumina CSR Head, Ms Niharika Sahu, Mines CSR Head and EDIT members.

Project Udyamee was started on June 16, 2021, by Utkal Alumina in association with EDI to encourage entrepreneurs to present ideas and build a strong network. In only three years, the project has successfully produced 310 entrepreneurs.

Reiterating the commitment of Utkal Alumina towards community development, Mr Rabi Mishra said, "At Utkal Alumina, we are deeply committed to empowering the entrepreneurial spirit as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This Annual Entrepreneurship Conclave under Project Udyamee serves as a platform to ignite innovation, foster collaboration, and provide invaluable opportunities for growth. By investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs, we are not only shaping successful ventures but also nurturing a resilient and thriving community for the future."