Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

October 14, 2026 12:36 PM

Maharashtra offers investment-friendly ecosystem, CM Fadnavis invites UK businesses to invest

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday invited businesses and institutions from the United Kingdom to invest in the state, highlighting its robust industrial ecosystem, skilled workforce and growing opportunities in manufacturing, technology, education and clean energy. Addressing the Maharashtra-UK Partnership Launch in Mumbai, Fadnavis said the state was at the forefront of creating an investment-friendly environment by integrating skills, capital and technology. He said the...

October 8, 2026 12:03 PM

Rugged yet sensitive actor from soil of Maharashtra: Fadnavis pays tribute to Nana Patekar

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday condoled the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar, saying that Indian cinema had lost a towering face of acting and sensitivity. In a condolence message, Fadnavis said Patekar had made an unparalleled contribution to Marathi and Hindi cinema and given both the industries a distinct era through his powerful performances. The 76-year-old actor, known for his versatility and powerful screen presence, passed away at his Goa residence in the e...

June 18, 2026 4:30 PM

Vaishnaw Inaugurates Jabil’s Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Pune

As India seeks to expand its AI and electronics manufacturing capabilities, Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday inaugurated Jabil Inc.'s advanced manufacturing facility near Pune that will produce AI-enabled data-centre equipment, 5G products and other high-tech electronics. Located at Ranjangaon near Pune, the facility will manufacture AI-enabled data-centre equipment, high-end networking gear, industrial power el...

June 18, 2026 12:43 PM

CM Fadnavis directs Maha admin to form ‘State CSR’ cell to ensure effective funds utilisation for local self-govt institutions

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the state administration to establish a 'State CSR' Cell to ensure the proper utilization of corporate social responsibility funds. This mechanism will help effectively mobilize and utilize these resources for local self-government institutions. This is necessary as Maharashtra is the state that receives the highest amount of CSR funding in the country, he added on Wednesday during a presentation meeting on the Sixth State Finance Commis...

May 26, 2026 6:06 PM

Govt monitoring fuel supply-distribution, will initiate action against hoarders: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday stated that there has been a significant increase in regional retail fuel consumption compared to typical seasonal patterns, highlighting that the state's Food and Civil Supplies and Home Departments are jointly overseeing the supply and distribution pipelines. The state has expanded petrol distribution by 23 per cent and diesel by 52 per cent to stabilise market demand, he said. The CM stated that there seems to be hoarding of fuel, whic...

April 27, 2026 2:02 PM

“Make in India boosted defence innovation,” says Maharashtra CM Fadnavis at Nag Bhushan award ceremony

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has hailed India's growing defence manufacturing capabilities, asserting that indigenous entrepreneurs are now developing cutting-edge technologies that can rival the best in the world during the Nag Bhushan award ceremony in Nagpur. Speaking at the event organised by the Nag Bhushan Foundation on Sunday, the Chief Minister said it was a matter of pride that individuals from Nagpur were being recognised for elevating the city's name nationally and gl...

April 22, 2026 12:08 PM

Maharashtra launches Centre of Excellence to combat extreme heat, promote sustainable cooling

In a major move to tackle the escalating challenges of climate change, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, through video conferencing, inaugurated the ‘Centre of Excellence for Heat Resilience and Sustainable Cooling’ (CoE-HRSC) at IIM Nagpur on Tuesday. The Chief Minister announced that this centre will eventually operate as a permanent wing of the State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM). Addressing the gathering, CM Fadnavis highlighted that the agricultural sector, parti...

March 20, 2026 10:32 AM

Maha to prioritise gaming, creator economy and digital infra: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that the state government is actively building a robust ecosystem to support gaming, the creator economy, education, and digital infrastructure. Speaking at an interactive session with content creators, he addressed various industry concerns and outlined his vision for a digital-first state. In a major announcement for the creative community, the Chief Minister revealed plans to develop a state-of-the-art complex across 50 acres nea...

March 19, 2026 10:38 AM

“Gudi Padwa” celebrated in Maharashtra; CM Fadnavis joins shobha yatra

Celebrations began with a shobha yatra in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' on Thursday, ushering in the Marathi New Year with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour. The city witnessed vibrant processions, cultural performances, and widespread participation from people across all age groups. Children were seen performing the traditional lezim dance, adding colour and energy to the celebrations. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis joined thousands of residents in Nagpur to part...

March 17, 2026 11:57 AM

Maha govt proposes sops for land acquisition, allotment to push Mumbai 3.0 development

In a serious bid to push the development of Mumbai 3.0 around the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu (MTHL) and the Navi Mumbai International Airport, the Maharashtra government has released a government resolution (GR) sanctioning a comprehensive Land Acquisition and Allotment Policy with a slew of sops. The policy aims to streamline the development of the 'New Town Development Authority' (NTDA) area and all future projects undertaken by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development...