# Odisha state development and communication initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/odisha-state-development-and-communication-initiatives > Updated: 2026-10-24T13:25:08.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has introduced several strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing Odisha’s governance and infrastructure. To improve public engagement, the state plans to formulate a social media policy that incorporates artificial intelligence and visual storytelling to better reach younger demographics and combat misinformation. Simultaneously, the state is pursuing significant economic and urban expansion. The government aims to transform Odisha into a $500 billion economy by its statehood centenary, with urbanization projected to rise from 17% to 40% by 2036. Key projects include the development of the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region, the expansion of satellite townships, and large-scale housing and transport initiatives, such as the deployment of an expanded electric bus fleet across multiple cities. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Odisha CM outlines urban expansion and $500 billion economy goal Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced plans to increase the state's urbanization to 40% by 2036 and reach a $500 billion economy, supported by new electric bus services and major infrastructure. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-cm-outlines-urban-expansion-and-500-billion-economy-goal ### 2026-10-09: Odisha plans social media policy to modernize government communication Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is planning a new social media policy to modernize government communication and improve digital engagement following insights from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/odisha-plans-social-media-policy-to-modernize-government-communication --- Cite as: Odisha state development and communication initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/odisha-state-development-and-communication-initiatives