Orissa Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday said South Korean steel major Posco's proposed 12mtpa mega steel plant in the state would generate employment opportunities for many people. "The project will generate employment and a great deal of revenue not only for the state,but for the whole country," Patnaik told reporters after returning from Delhi. To a question,he said "It is also the responsibility of the Central government to see implementation of the Posco project." The project was essential for development of the country,Patnaik claimed.
