Bhubaneswar, Apr 17 (BNP): Former Odisha Chief Secretary Asit Tripathy has been elected as the first president of the newly formed Odisha Steel Producers’ Association (OSPA), which brings together leading steel companies operating in the state.

Tripathy, currently serving as an advisor at Jindal Steel, brings extensive experience in governance, public policy, and industrial development to the role. His appointment is seen as an effort to strengthen coordination between the steel industry and the state government.

The formation of OSPA is aimed at enhancing collaboration among steel producers and supporting Odisha’s position as one of India’s key steel manufacturing hubs.

Industry stakeholders believe the leadership move will help streamline engagement on policy, investment, and sectoral growth in the state.