Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

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...

January 29, 2026 2:17 PM

Ajit Pawar laid to rest with full state honours

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a tragic plane crash on Wednesday, was laid to rest with full state honours on Thursday at the Vidya Pratishthan ground in Baramati, his political stronghold. Thousands of mourners gathered to pay their final respects as his sons, Jay Pawar and Parth Pawar, performed the last rites and lit the funeral pyre. Supporters chanted “Ajit Dada Amar Rahe,” a testament to the deep affection and respect the veteran Nationalist Congress Party (...

January 29, 2026 8:56 AM

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s last rites to be performed today in Baramati

The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar will be held on Thursday in his political stronghold, Baramati, with full state honours, following his tragic death in a plane crash. Ajit Pawar's mortal remains have been kept at the Vidya Pratishtan ground to enable people to pay their final respects. A large gathering of supporters, party workers and locals is expected to visit the venue throughout the day. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chie...

January 22, 2026 11:15 AM

Maharashtra to build India’s first innovation city near Mumbai: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra is set to build its first ‘Innovation City’ near Mumbai, aimed at attracting global investors and innovation ecosystems, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Fadnavis said the proposal was presented under the AI and Innovation Ecosystem theme at the 2025 WEF conference before more than 400 investors. He added that the location has now been finalised and the project is expected...

January 21, 2026 1:15 PM

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis unveils new medtech roadmap at Davos to make healthcare more affordable

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (Indian time) announced a new plan to use advanced medical technology to make healthcare accessible to everyone in the state. During a special session in Switzerland, the state government met with global medical companies to discuss how new machines and digital health tools can lower the cost of treatment for the common man. Regarding the importance of technology in medicine, Fadnavis said, "MoUs are just the byproduct of the interaction...

January 21, 2026 9:58 AM

“Davos essential for staying relevant in today’s geopolitics” :CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos is a crucial platform for India to remain connected with global trends in innovation, technology and business. Highlighting the importance of India’s participation at the summit, Fadnavis said that such international forums help states understand emerging global business processes and attract investments back home. “India’s presence in Davos is being registered very ...