The Indian Steel Association (ISA), led by president and Lok Sabha MP Naveen Jindal, met with Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to discuss a logistics and infrastructure roadmap aimed at boosting the state's steel production to 100 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). This initiative is part of India's broader goal to achieve 300 mtpa of installed steel capacity by 2030 under the National Steel Policy. The ISA emphasized the need for fiscal incentives and assured raw material linkages to attract necessary investments, which are estimated to exceed ₹10 trillion (approximately $120 billion USD). The delegation highlighted Odisha's pivotal role in India's steel sector, urging the government to address logistical challenges, particularly in rail and evacuation infrastructure. With domestic steel demand expected to reach 190 mtpa by 2030, driven by sectors like construction and automotive, the ISA's proposals are crucial for sustaining growth and ensuring raw material security.