Maharashtra CM Fadnavis meets PM Modi; discusses projects, infrastructure
New Delhi, May 28
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and sought his guidance on key development issues concerning the state.
During the meeting, CM also briefed him on various ongoing projects and initiatives being implemented in Maharashtra.
Chief Minister Fadnavis stated that the interaction provided valuable direction and "positive energy" for the state's development agenda, expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister for his time and guidance.
In a post on X, Fadnavis wrote: "Today, we met our leader and the nation's beloved Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji in New Delhi and received his guidance on various subjects for the development of Maharashtra."
He further added that "Information about various projects and campaigns in Maharashtra was also provided to him on this occasion. The meeting and guidance of Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji always provide positive energy. Our heartfelt thanks to him!"
The CM also held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the sugar cooperative industry and onion-producing farmers and assured that a positive decision regarding the increase in Minimum Support Price (MSP), increasing the ethanol quota, and loan restructuring will be taken.
Speaking with the media after the meeting, the CM reflected on the outcomes of the meeting, recognising the meeting as productive. He stated that a proposal regarding ethanol has been requested, which, if approved, will resolve the issues of the sugar mill owners.
"A positive discussion took place. Union HM Amit Shah stated that a positive decision will be taken regarding raising the MSP (Minimum Support Price), increasing the ethanol quota, and loan restructuring. The MSP will be increased. The ethanol quota will be increased. A proposal has been requested regarding ethanol. If approved, the issues faced by sugar mill owners will be resolved," he said.
Furthermore, regarding the Onion and Agriculture crisis, CM Fadnavis said that a decision will be taken within 10 days. He said that the state government has demanded that the procurement of onions by NAFED be increased to 10 lakh tonnes, along with the demand for an increase in procurement prices.
— ANI
Reader Comments
These meetings are good for optics but let's see if the onion farmers actually get relief. They've been struggling for years with price crashes. 10 lakh tonnes procurement target sounds ambitious but implementation is key. Still, positive energy is needed in these times. 😊
As a farmer from Nashik, I'm cautiously optimistic about the MSP and ethanol quota increase. The sugar industry has been in trouble for years. But we need more than meetings - we need timely payments and guaranteed procurement. Let's hope the CM delivers on his promises.
It's encouraging to see state and central governments collaborating on development. Maharashtra's infrastructure projects need all the support they can get. The "positive energy" mention is typical of our political culture, but what matters is the follow-through. Let's watch this space. 👍
While I appreciate the CM's efforts, I wish more attention was paid to urban issues like traffic congestion in Mumbai and Pune. Infrastructure is about more than just sugar and onions - we need better public transport and affordable housing too. But let's take baby steps. 🚆
The focus on cooperative sugar industry shows the CM understands rural Maharashtra's backbone. Loan restructuring will save many mills. But I'm more excited about the infrastructure projects - hope Mumbai-Nagpur expressway benefits reach common people. Let's hold government accountable for results!
K