Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik has launched 18 projects worth Rs 450 crore during the 60th Founding Day celebrations of the Odisha Construction Corporation Limited (OCCL).

OOCL was formed by the former CM and the father of the current CM, Biju Patnaik, along with other public sector enterprises (PSUs).

CM Patnaik said that with the adoption of the 5T initiative, including teamwork, technology, transparency, transformation and time limit, OCCL will bring greater efficiency and professionalism in transforming Odisha.

Officials said OCCL has undertaken several ventures over the past 60 years, including hydroelectric, irrigation, thermal energy, industrial, port, railway and institutional projects.