Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, laid the foundation stone for the Rs 312-crore integrated development of the Maa Tarini shrine on 07 December, 2025.

The CM announced a series of multi-crore projects aimed at transforming Keonjhar into a major industrial, religious, and economic hub promising to make it a world-class religious and tourist destination within a year. The shrine development will cover 60 acres and include a 216-bed pilgrim residence, food plaza, market complex, prasad hall, pilgrim centre, watch tower, and related facilities. 

The CM also announced extensive road upgrades, a mega steel plant, economic zones, tech and textile parks, a data centre, and other infrastructure projects totaling over Rs 35,000 crore. These initiatives aim to enhance Keonjhar’s industrial growth, connectivity, and tourism potential, positioning it as a key contributor to Odisha’s economy.