Devendra Fadnavis

October 12, 2026 12:21 PM

Kumbh Mela works to transform Nashik, Trimbakeshwar: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said the development works being undertaken in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar ahead of the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela would transform the two places. Modern infrastructure is being planned there to meet requirements for the next 25 to 30 years, he said. During an inspection of ongoing projects in Trimbakeshwar and Nashik, both on the banks of Godavari river, Fadnavis directed officials to ensure that all works are completed within the stipula...

October 9, 2026 1:15 PM

CyberTech Asia to make India debut in Mumbai in March 2027: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said CyberTech Asia, a leading global networking platform in the cybersecurity industry, would be held in Mumbai in March 2027, marking the event’s debut in India. In a post on X, Fadnavis said he met CyberTech Global founder and CyberMania author Amir Rapaport and Israeli Consul General Yaniv Revach at his official residence ‘Varsha’ in south Mumbai. CyberMania explores Israel’s emergence as a global cyberpower They discussed the ...

September 26, 2026 12:50 PM

Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas, announces 12-point relief package

The Maharashtra government on Saturday declared drought conditions in 265 of the state’s 358 talukas following deficient monsoon rainfall during the 2026 Kharif season and announced a comprehensive relief package for affected farmers and rural households. The state’s Relief and Rehabilitation Department issued the declaration through a Government Resolution (GR) after the implementation of Trigger-1 guidelines under the Drought Management Code, 2016, and based on a report submitted by the C...

September 9, 2026 1:45 PM

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis releases tribute song for Asha Bhosle, composed by AR Rahman

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday released a special tribute song in memory of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, composed by music maestro AR Rahman, on her birth anniversary. The song was unveiled at an event in Mumbai in the presence of Rahman, Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar and singer Zanai Bhosle. The musical tribute brought together prominent personalities from Maharashtra’s political and cultural spheres to honour the enduring legacy of Bhosle, on...

August 17, 2026 11:46 PM

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis meets PM Modi, seeks Centre’s support for key state projects

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and discussed various developmental projects in the state, seeking greater support from the Centre for joint Centre-State initiatives. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed the meeting in a post on X. CM Fadnavis said he briefed PM Modi on the progress of several development projects and requested additional support from the Union government for projects being undertaken jointly by the ...

July 24, 2026 12:41 PM

Bharat Taxi launched in Maharashtra, expanding cooperative mobility model

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday launched the 'Bharat Taxi' service in Maharashtra, marking the expansion of the cooperative-based ride-hailing platform to the state after its rollout in Delhi and Gujarat. The initiative was launched at Navi Mumbai International Airport in the presence of Union Minister of State for Cooperation Murlidhar Mohol, representatives of the cooperative sector, transport organisations and taxi drivers associated with the platform. The service has been intro...

March 6, 2026 11:08 PM

Maha govt presents Rs 7.69 lakh crore budget, announces farm loan waiver up to Rs 2 lakh

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday presented the state budget for 2026–27 with an outlay of Rs 7,69,467 crore in the state Assembly. He also announced a crop loan waiver of up to Rs 2 lakh for farmers, along with a host of measures to boost agriculture, infrastructure and social welfare. The budget estimates a revenue deficit of Rs 40,552 crore and a fiscal deficit of Rs 1,50,491 crore. The government has projected revenue receipts of Rs 6,16,099 crore against revenue exp...

February 20, 2026 1:25 PM

Agriculture must be at core of India AI Mission: Maharashtra CM

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday underlined the growing global challenges confronting the agriculture sector, stating that food systems across the world are under increasing strain due to climate volatility, declining water tables, deteriorating soil health, fragile supply chains, and unpredictable markets. Addressing the India AI Summit 2026, Fadnavis said the world is at a defining moment, particularly for countries of the Global South where agriculture is not merely an ...

October 29, 2025 10:08 PM

‘Pune Grand Tour 2026’ unveiled: Boost to sports tourism and Fit India movement

The logo and jersey of ‘Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026’, India’s first-ever international UCI 2.2 Stage Cycling Race, were unveiled in Pune on Wednesday. The landmark event, organised jointly by Maharashtra Government, Pune District Administration, and the Cycling Federation of India, aims to showcase Pune’s rich cultural and sporting legacy while promoting cycling as a catalyst for health, tourism, and sustainability. Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Khads...

October 15, 2025 1:08 PM

Top Maoist leader Mallojula Venugopal Rao surrenders with 60 cadres in Maharashtra

In a major setback to Left-Wing Extremism, senior CPI (Maoist) Politburo member Mallojula Venugopal Rao, alias Sonu, surrendered along with 60 Maoist cadres at the Gadchiroli Police Headquarters in Maharashtra, in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The surrender is being seen as a significant step toward peace efforts and de-escalation of violence in Maoist-affected regions. Rao, considered one of the top leaders of the outlawed CPI (Maoist), laid down arms on Tuesday and expres...