NCP (SP) legislator Jayant Patil criticized the state government during a Legislative Assembly discussion, questioning the accuracy of investment and job creation figures. Patil raised concerns about the Governor’s mention of MoUs worth Rs 30 lakh crore from 18 countries at Davos, promising 40 lakh jobs.
He highlighted the government’s projection of 53 lakh jobs since 2022 without tangible outcomes and noted Maharashtra’s slipping share in the national GDP from 14% to 13.5%. Patil also pointed out that Rs 77,500 crore in payments to state contractors are stalled.
Comparing the Governor’s address to a scripted performance, Patil emphasized the need for concrete data and criticized the absence of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in the speech. He demanded accountability for the demolition of the historic Mankarnika Ghat in Varanasi and urged the government to prioritize welfare schemes for the tribal community.
Patil further criticized the government’s handling of the Maharashtra-Karnataka border issue, calling for tangible actions rather than mere commitments. He highlighted concerns over budget allocations, infrastructure deficiencies in schools, and agricultural challenges, urging the administration to address immediate issues effectively.
