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Maharashtra's new initiative, Mahabazar, aims to enhance the agricultural marketing system by drawing inspiration from established international models like Rungis International Market in Paris. This ambitious project is designed to modernize market management, improve exports, and introduce export-oriented technologies and packaging standards. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis aligns this with the state's broader vision for "Viksit Maharashtra 2047," echoing Prime Minister Modi's initiative for a "Viksit Bharat 2047." The proposal also involves a detailed study to adapt these international strategies to India’s requirements.

Key Points: Maharashtra Mahabazar Inspired by Paris and Amsterdam Models

  • Mahabazar to boost agricultural exports and market management
  • Inspired by models like Rungis in Paris and Royal Flora Holland
  • Focus on export-oriented production and modern infrastructure
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Maharashtra to establish Mahabazar on international lines to improve efficiency of agricultural marketing system

Maharashtra plans Mahabazar to modernize agricultural markets, inspired by global leaders in efficiency.

"This will be on the lines of the Union Government's scheme of Viksit Bharat 2047. - Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis"

Mumbai, June 3

The Maharashtra government is planning to set up a Mahabazar in the state, inspired by international models such as Rungis International Market in Paris and Royal Flora Holland in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The project aims to modernise market management, boost exports, and improve the overall efficiency of the agricultural marketing system.

The key objectives are to promote export-oriented production technologies, post-harvest management, and international-grade packaging infrastructure for fruits, vegetables, and flowers, provide vital information on certifications, quality standards, and market demands to farmers and exporters and offer guidance, training programs, and support to new exporters and farmers.

A detailed study is proposed to understand modern market management, technical know-how, strategic decision-making, and their implementation, with a view to adapting these models to suit Indian requirements.

The Maharashtra State Agricultural Marketing Board is actively working to boost the export of fruits, vegetables, and flowers produced in the state.

It also disseminates vital information regarding certifications, quality standards, and market demands, while supporting new exporters and farmers through guidance, training programs.

Earlier today, the Maharashtra government has directed all departments to prepare a vision document for "Viksit Maharashtra 2047," aligned with the Union Government's vision of "Viksit Bharat 2047."

The document will focus on a phase-wise vision, with short-term, mid-term, and long-term plans to achieve the goal of a developed Maharashtra by 2047.

"This will be on the lines of the Union Government's scheme of Viksit Bharat 2047 as outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has set a 150-day time period from May 6 to October 2, to prepare the document, which will primarily focus on a phase-wise vision.

The first phase includes a long-term vision or plan for developed Maharashtra by 2047.The midterm phase includes vision or plans to prepare a plan for Maharashtra 2035, when state will complete its 75 years of its foundation.

The third phase includes short term plan to prepare a vision document for October 2029, when the present government will complete its five years' term.

Earlier in May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog at Bharat Mandapam where he said that all the states should work together to make India a developed country and achieve the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

Prime Minister Modi said that we should commit to developing every state, every city, and every village, and only then would we be able to make the country a Viksit Bharat.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rajesh K.
This is a fantastic initiative! Our farmers deserve world-class infrastructure to compete globally. If implemented properly, Mahabazar can be a game-changer for Maharashtra's agriculture sector. Hope they also focus on fair pricing mechanisms to protect small farmers. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the idea sounds good on paper, I hope they don't just copy-paste foreign models. Our agricultural ecosystem is unique - we need solutions that work for small landholders and account for local market realities. The training programs for farmers must be practical, not just theoretical.
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Amit S.
Finally! Maharashtra taking steps to modernize agriculture markets. My uncle is a grape farmer in Nashik and loses 30% of produce due to poor storage. Hope this project includes cold chain infrastructure. The export focus is much needed - our Alphonso mangoes deserve global markets! 🥭
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Sunita R.
Good initiative but implementation is key. We've seen many such announcements before. Will this actually reach farmers in remote areas or just benefit big agri-businesses? Also hope they include women farmers in the training programs - they do most of the work but get little support.
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Vikram J.
The 2047 vision is ambitious but necessary. Maharashtra has always led progressive reforms. If this market system works, other states should adopt it too. Just ensure transparency in operations - no middlemen should exploit farmers in the new system. Jai Maharashtra! ✊
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Neha P.
As someone from Pune's farming family, I welcome this. But request the government to first improve basic infrastructure - roads to markets are terrible and electricity is unreliable. Without these, even world-class markets won't help. Also, please include organic farmers in the vision.

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