Rourkela

Rourkela is an industrial township in Odisha. People also know it as the commercial capital of Odisha. It has a huge iron and steel manufacturing base. Additionally, there are many units producing sponge iron, cement, refractories, etc. Rourkela Steel Plant, a unit of SAIL, is one of the largest steel manufacturing facilities in India. There are many small-scale industries in Rourkela catering to the needs of RSP and other large industrial units.

Top 6 Attractions

1. Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium

The Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium is an international hockey stadium located in Rourkela, India. It is named after Birsa Munda, a famous tribal leader and freedom fighter.

2. Hanuman Vatika

Hanuman Vatika is a popular tourist destination in Rourkela, named after the towering 75-foot statue of Lord Hanuman, one of the tallest in the State.

3. Mandira Dam

Mandira Dam is situated across the Sankh River and is located near Kansbahal in Sundergarh district, Odisha. It is about 32 km from Rourkela town.

4. National Institute of Technology Rourkela

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) is a top public institute for engineering, science, and technology in Rourkela, Odisha.

5. Rourkela Steel Plant

On February 3, 1959, the Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) started its operations. West German experts helped build it as part of a global partnership.

6. Vedvyas

Vedvyas Temple is a well-known religious site near Rourkela, about 12 km from the city and 15 km from the railway station.