The correct answer is (a) Odisha.
The Rourkela Steel Plant is a steel plant located in Rourkela, Odisha, India. It is one of the largest integrated steel plants in India. The plant was established in 1954 with the help of the Soviet Union. It is a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Steel.
The plant has a capacity of 3 million tonnes of crude steel per annum. It produces a variety of steel products, including hot rolled coils, cold rolled coils, galvanised steel sheets, and pipes. The plant also has a captive power plant and a captive coal mine.
The Rourkela Steel Plant is a major employer in Odisha. It provides direct employment to over 20,000 people and indirect employment to over 100,000 people. The plant is also a major contributor to the state’s economy.
The other options are incorrect because:
- (b) Maharashtra: The Bhilai Steel Plant is located in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.
- (c) Tamil Nadu: The Salem Steel Plant is located in Salem, Tamil Nadu.
- (d) Karnataka: The Bhadravati Steel Plant is located in Bhadravati, Karnataka.