Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized that Maharashtra is becoming a key investment hub in India, attracting foreign direct investment. He mentioned that the state’s pro-industry policies are driving its growth as a global investment destination.
During a meeting with the Danish Ambassador to India, Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, CM Fadnavis discussed enhancing cooperation between Maharashtra and Denmark across various sectors. They focused on areas like port development, energy infrastructure, water management, logistics, and sustainable urban transport. Fadnavis also talked about the Vadhavan port project and India’s maritime development.
CM Fadnavis presented the ambitious Vadhvan Port project, highlighting its potential to elevate Maharashtra and India as global maritime leaders. He underlined that the state’s business-friendly environment is attracting international companies, with a special emphasis on infrastructure like the Vadhvan Port reshaping its global supply chain role.
The discussion also touched on modernizing water transport in Maharashtra. Fadnavis outlined plans for water taxi projects and integrated control systems to alleviate urban congestion. The state government expressed interest in collaborating with Danish companies to develop electric ferry and water taxi technology, aiming to replicate Denmark’s success in coastal electric ferry services along the Mumbai-Konkan coastline.
