From Odisha to Global Markets: Engineering Exports

December 11, 2025

An Export Outreach Program on “Empowering Engineering Exports from Odisha” along with a technical session on Annual GST Return – GSTR-9 & 9C was jointly organized by EEPC India, DGFT India and WTC Bhubaneswar, with the objective of strengthening export awareness, enhancing compliance readiness and enabling MSMEs and engineering enterprises of Odisha to effectively access global markets. The program brought together exporters, aspiring exporters, industry representatives and professionals on a common platform to deliberate on export facilitation measures, financial support and regulatory compliance.

The program commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Rajen Padhi, Convenor, WTC Bhubaneswar International Trade Promotion Think Tank, who highlighted the growing importance of engineering exports in Odisha’s industrial landscape and emphasized the need for institutional collaboration to empower local enterprises for international trade.

Mr. Sanjay Kumar Mishra, OAS, Director, Directorate of Export Promotion & Marketing, Government of Odisha delivered a special address outlining various schemes and initiatives of the MSME Department, Government of Odisha, aimed at promoting exports, improving competitiveness and supporting capacity building of MSMEs and engineering units.

Mrs. Jaya Basu, Regional Director (ER), EEPC India, made a detailed presentation on exploring export opportunities through EEPC India, highlighting sector-specific prospects, member services, international market access initiatives and trade promotion support extended to engineering exporters. Mr. Ashish Bhoutika, Young Professional, DGFT, Kolkata, presented on export benefits available under the Niryat Bandhu Scheme, elaborating on handholding support, capacity-building programs and policy facilitation measures provided by DGFT to new and existing exporters.

The financial perspective of exports was addressed by Mr. Anurag Singh, Chief Manager, EXIM Bank, Kolkata, who spoke on the roles and objectives of EXIM Bank in empowering India’s global trade. He explained various financial products, credit facilities and advisory services offered by the bank to support exporters across different stages of their export journey. The session on statutory compliance was conducted by Mr. Ishan Tulsian, FCA, R. Tulsian & Co., Kolkata, who delivered an in-depth presentation on Annual GST Return – GSTR-9 & 9C, focusing on mandatory changes, reconciliation processes, common errors and best practices to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

The program concluded with closing remarks by Ms. Nimeshika Natarajan, Regional Director, WTC Bhubaneswar, who summarized the key takeaways of the event and emphasized the importance of continuous engagement, compliance awareness and strategic market linkages for sustainable export growth. The outreach program proved to be an impactful platform for empowering engineering exporters from Odisha by integrating policy insights, institutional support, financial guidance and regulatory clarity, thereby paving the way for enhanced export performance and global competitiveness.

The event was held on Thursday, 11th December 2025 at IDCO Conference Hall, 5th Floor, IDCO Towers, Bhubaneswar.

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