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Odisha signs Rs 1,000‑crore pact for seawater desalination plant at Gopalpur
✍️ OrissaPOST
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:31 AM
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The Odisha government has inked an agreement worth Rs 1,000 crore to develop a seawater desalination facility at Gopalpur, aiming to boost water supply in the coastal region.
The state of Odisha has signed a pact valued at Rs 1,000 crore to set up a seawater desalination plant in the coastal town of Gopalpur. The agreement, announced by the state government, marks a major step towards expanding the region’s potable‑water infrastructure.
The proposed facility will treat seawater to produce fresh water for domestic and commercial use, addressing chronic water shortages that affect many coastal communities. While specific capacity figures were not disclosed, officials said the plant will significantly augment the existing supply.
Funding for the project will come from the Rs 1,000‑crore investment outlined in the pact, with the state overseeing implementation and seeking private sector participation where appropriate. The initiative is expected to create jobs and support local industries that rely on reliable water sources.
Project officials indicated that detailed project plans and environmental clearances are underway, with construction slated to begin once approvals are secured. Upon completion, the desalination plant is projected to enhance water security for Gopalpur and surrounding districts.
The proposed facility will treat seawater to produce fresh water for domestic and commercial use, addressing chronic water shortages that affect many coastal communities. While specific capacity figures were not disclosed, officials said the plant will significantly augment the existing supply.
Funding for the project will come from the Rs 1,000‑crore investment outlined in the pact, with the state overseeing implementation and seeking private sector participation where appropriate. The initiative is expected to create jobs and support local industries that rely on reliable water sources.
Project officials indicated that detailed project plans and environmental clearances are underway, with construction slated to begin once approvals are secured. Upon completion, the desalination plant is projected to enhance water security for Gopalpur and surrounding districts.