Tata Steel Kalinganagar Marks 10 Years of Industrial Excellence and Community Impact

Mumbai, Nov 18 : Tata Steel Kalinganagar (TSK) has completed a decade of operations, marking a major milestone in its journey of industrial excellence, digital transformation, and community development, the steelmaker announced on Monday.

Commissioned in 2015, TSK has grown into one of India’s most advanced steel manufacturing hubs, setting benchmarks in operational efficiency, technological innovation, workplace safety, and sustainable practices—while building strong partnerships with local communities.

8 MTPA Capacity, ₹50,000-Crore Investment

From an initial production capacity of 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), TSK has expanded to 8 MTPA with a cumulative investment exceeding ₹50,000 crore the largest organic capacity expansion in Tata Steel’s history. A key achievement has been the commissioning of India’s largest blast furnace.

Today, the plant contributes significantly to India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision, producing over 100 grades of high-quality steel and reducing dependence on imports.

‘A New Era for Indian Manufacturing’: CEO

Tata Steel CEO & Managing Director T. V. Narendran said Kalinganagar represents “a new era” for the company.

He noted:

“Kalinganagar tested our resilience, teamwork and faith. Over the past decade, it has shown how growth, technology and sustainability can work in harmony to create lasting value. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the community, Odisha government, employees and partners for their unwavering support.”

Odisha Becomes Tata Steel’s Largest Investment Hub

The establishment of TSK altered Tata Steel’s historical supply dynamics, bringing large-scale steel production directly to mineral-rich Odisha. With over ₹100,000 crore invested in the state in the past decade, Odisha is now Tata Steel’s largest investment destination.

Global Recognition for Digital & Smart Manufacturing

TSK’s leadership in Industry 4.0 earned global acclaim when it became the first Indian manufacturing plant—and only the second globally—to be named a World Economic Forum Advanced 4IR Lighthouse.

Strong Sustainability Commitment

Sustainability remains central to TSK’s operations:

33% of the campus is dedicated to green cover

The plant is a Zero Effluent Discharge (ZED) site

100% solid waste utilisation is ensured

Achieved ResponsibleSteel™ certification in 2024 for ethical, low-impact operations

Inclusive Workforce With 30% Diverse Representation

TSK continues to promote diversity and inclusion, with 30% of its workforce comprising women, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), LGBTIQA+ members, and individuals from Affirmative Action communities.

Impacting 14 Lakh Lives Through Community Initiatives

Through the Tata Steel Foundation, TSK has touched more than 14 lakh lives over the last decade. Key contributions include:

Quality education through institutions like Loyola School

Advanced healthcare via the 100 bed Tata Steel Medica Hospital

Livelihood creation, including Navjeevan Cooperative Ltd., a women-led SHG supporting over 100 artisans

Future Vision: Toward a 16 MTPA Mega Steel Complex

Looking ahead, Tata Steel Kalinganagar is poised to expand into a 16 MTPA integrated steel complex, reinforcing its role as a top industrial, technological, and community development hub in India.