Indian Industry and Locations: Heavy Water Project (Talcher) and the Fertilizer Plant (Paradeep) belong to which Indian state? Match major industrial units with the correct state. Choose the correct state.

What is being asked?The state associated with two notable industrial projects: Heavy Water Project at Talcher and a fertilizer plant at Paradeep.

Given data

• Talcher: heavy water/energy-linked industry
• Paradeep: major port with fertilizer industry

Concept/ApproachBoth Talcher and Paradeep are in the coastal-eastern state of Odisha, known for mineral and port-based industries.

Common pitfallsConfusing Paradeep with other ports (e.g., Ennore in Tamil Nadu or Kandla in Gujarat).

Final AnswerOdisha