The ancient saints of this land called it Mahodadhi - the Great Ocean. For millennia, these sacred waters have shaped Odisha’s civilisation, nourished our communities, carried our merchants to distant shores, and inspired our deepest acts of faith. Today, we honour that timeless bond with a commitment as vast and enduring as the ocean itself.
I am pleased to announce the successful signing of a MoU between the Science & Technology Department, Government of Odisha, and the National Centre for Coastal Research under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Forged under the India–Norway Collaboration on Sustainable Ocean Planning (INOSOP Phase-II), this agreement marks a defining step in Odisha’s journey toward scientific, integrated, and future-ready stewardship of our marine and coastal resources.
The Marine Spatial Plan envisioned under this MoU will provide a robust and inclusive framework to harmonise growth across fisheries, ports, tourism, and offshore energy, while safeguarding our rich marine ecosystems and biodiversity. It is a vision not just for today, but for every generation that will stand on these shores in the years to come. Guided by the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri
@narendramodi Ji and rooted in Odisha’s commitment to sustainable development, this initiative will strengthen our Blue Economy, enhance climate resilience, and accelerate our march towards Samruddha Odisha 2036.
The Mahodadhi has given us so much. It is now our sacred duty to give back - with wisdom, with science, and with resolve.