Odisha has produced many companies that have positioned themselves into the minds of every Indiansuch that, without them, the business sector is incomplete.We recognise these companies because of their strong presence, qualitative products and services and their eye-catching logos, which are commonly seen once we step outside our houses. It is amazing how Odia businesses beautifully embed their culture and heritage into their purpose, so that customers experience the essence of Odisha without physically being in the state.

Not only do these businesses employ thousands, but also leave marks in the entire Indian subcontinent. These are the businesses that promise quality catering to the demands that are usually not fulfilled.

1.     IMFA (Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys Ltd.)

One of the leading producers of ferro chrome, IMFA has its headquarters located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The founders of this esteemed and acclaimed businessare none other than the genius innovator-couple Dr.Bansidhar Panda and Mrs. Ila Panda. As a higher studies student in the US, Dr. Pandagot a remarkable idea of using a different method of successful and cost-effective power generation, especially the one that will supply power to rural areas. The main material they excavate is ‘ferroalloy’, various alloys of ironthat have other elements of high abundance in it.

2.     Nexus Power

This start-up produces eco-friendly batteries simply made out of agricultural waste. It was founded by twin sistersMs. Nikita and Ms. Nishita Baliarsingh in 2019, and they were granted support by the government in 2020. Unlike others, thesebatteriesare long-lasting, faster to charge and don’t contribute to air pollution. Headquartered in Bhubaneswar, it plans to sell it on a national level.

Named after the capital of the Kalinga kingdom (present-day Odisha), Toshali is apopular industry in itself that provides hospitality and acts as an agent of travel and tourism. The founder of the group, Mr. Banambar Patra, is an entrepreneur with an experience of 43 years in the industry of hospitality. Toshali doesn’t only offer hotels and resorts to stay, but provides travel and tour services, health and wellness centres as well as cultural festivals that offer food, games, souvenirs and fun. It is nationwide recommended because of the top-notch infrastructure and fast service, all while conserving the culture of Odisha and walking hand in hand with nature.

 4.     Indulge

Mrs. Sukirti Patnaaik, a skincare specialist, makeup expert and an IT engineer, wanted to solve the problem of the poor and unhygienic beauty standards of the women of Odisha which she has personally faced. A natural problem solver, she established her first salon outlet in Pal heights, Bhubaneswar in 2010. She made sure every citizen of Odisha had access to International Beauty Services close to them. she practiced in London. Not only have the outlets scattered all over the state, but have got national recognition as well. Indulge’s agenda is to not fit into a specific beauty standard, but to enhance beauty. She has won numerous awards for not only founding one of the best unisex salons in eastern India, but being one of the best women entrepreneurs of Odisha. She is also a tennis player who loves playing during leisure hours.

There is no healthcare without the proper instruments. EzeRX, a med-tech innovator of advanced and affordable medical devices, is hellbent on attending early signs of health conditions for people of all income groups, without them having to empty their pockets.Foreign countries like Myanmar, Malaysia and many Asian island countries have used EzeRX’s products. An interesting fact about this company is that its clients are mostly females, which obviously isn’t a good sign. The amount of medical waste saved is tonnes in number, a reflection of how much waste is generated on a daily basis. Mr. Partha Mahapatra, Ms. Chaitali Roy and Mr. Sudip Choudhury founded this organisation in 2018.

These businesses are just a result of patience and hard work, and the founders have mastered them. Be it any field, Odisha’s business sector doesn’t fail to impress. Giving tough competition to hundreds, Odisha inspires several to become entrepreneurs. The modern age proudly considers itself as the business age.