Bhubaneswar, 05 April (H.S.) : On National Maritime Day, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi paid tribute to the state's rich maritime heritage and outlined a forward-looking vision for its coastal and industrial development.

On National Maritime Day, I salute our brave seafarers and honor Odisha's peerless maritime soul. From the legendary voyages of the Sadhaba Pua to the sacred traditions of Boita Bandana, our history stands as a testament to the courage of Kalinga's merchant-explorers who once connected our shores to Southeast Asia, he said in a social media message.

Today, we are transforming this ancient legacy into a modern industrial powerhouse. By developing world-class shipbuilding clusters and expanding our port ecosystem from Paradip to Bahuda, Odisha is leading India's maritime future. We remain committed to a sustainable Blue Economy that honors our past while anchoring our state as a gateway to global trade, he further stated.

Hindusthan Samachar / Monalisa Panda