CM Fadnavis Rules Out BEST Land Sale, Pushes Public-Centric Depot Redevelopment
The Maharashtra government has clarified that no land owned by the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking will be sold as part of its proposed depot redevelopment programme. Instead, the state plans to modernise depot properties through a public-private partnership (PPP) model while retaining ownership of all land and assets with BEST. During a […]
CM Fadnavis Warns Against Awarding Fresh Projects To Contractors Missing Deadlines
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday directed government agencies to refrain from awarding new contracts to firms with a history of project delays, underscoring the importance of timely execution of infrastructure works across the state. Speaking at an Infrastructure War Room review meeting held at the Sahyadri State Guest House in Mumbai, Fadnavis assessed […]
Maharashtra Approves World-Class Media Hub At Malad To Boost Film & Entertainment Industry
Mumbai is set to strengthen its position as India’s entertainment capital with plans for a world-class Integrated Film and Television Media Hub at the Prasar Bharati campus in Malad. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved the creation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) jointly by the Maharashtra government and Prasar Bharati to drive the ambitious […]
CM Fadnavis Meets PM Modi, Reviews Maharashtra Infrastructure & Development Projects
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss key issues related to the state’s development, infrastructure expansion and ongoing projects. Following the meeting, Fadnavis shared details on social media platform X, stating that he updated the Prime Minister on the progress of several major works and […]
Maharashtra Signs Rs 400 Crore Green Investment Deal To Boost Climate Action Plan
The Maharashtra government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Aggreko India Manufacturing Pvt Ltd to strengthen the state’s climate action strategy through sustainable energy and temperature control solutions. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was present during the signing ceremony held on Monday. The agreement involves an investment of Rs 400 crore in Pune and […]
Major Temple Redevelopment Projects Worth Rs 993 Crore Approved By State Govt
The Maharashtra government has approved pilgrimage and heritage development projects worth Rs 993.72 crore for six major religious and historical sites across the state, with a focus on infrastructure upgrades, conservation work and improved facilities for devotees and tourists. Chairing a meeting of the High-Level Pilgrimage Development Committee at Sahyadri Guest House, Chief Minister Devendra […]
CIDCO Signs Agreement To Develop India-Africa Business Centre In Navi Mumbai’s Kharghar
The Maharashtra government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the development of the Africa India Business Centre (AIBC) in Kharghar, a major project aimed at enhancing trade, investment and cultural engagement between India and African nations. The proposed international business hub will be jointly developed by City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) and […]
119 Architects Raise Red Flag Over Coastal Road Park & Mahalaxmi Racecourse Redevelopment
A group of 119 architects and urban planners under the Mumbai Architects Collective (MAC) has written to Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis raising objections to the proposed redevelopment of the Mumbai Coastal Road open spaces and the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The letter flags concerns over flood vulnerability, rising project costs, environmental […]
State Clears Framework To Fast-Track Third Mumbai In MMR
The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved a new land acquisition and allotment policy to advance the proposed “Third Mumbai” project in the influence area of the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, also known as Atal Setu. The move is intended to accelerate urban expansion and attract fresh investment across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The policy will […]
CM Devendra Fadnavis Positions Maharastra As Climate Finance Gateway At Mumbai Climate Week
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday inaugurated Mumbai Climate Week, projecting the city as a potential climate finance hub for the Global South. Addressing global leaders, innovators, philanthropists and youth representatives, he urged international institutions to collaborate on scalable and sustainable infrastructure models tailored for emerging economies. “Mumbai Climate Week marks an important milestone: […]