Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Pushes Big Changes for Industries and Healthcare
Mumbai: In a key policy meeting on Thursday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed officials to scrap the non-agricultural license requirement for micro and small industries, including food processing units, on plots up to certain limits. This move aims to help these businesses start operations faster by cutting down on paperwork and delays.
Fadnavis highlighted how the government focuses on policies that boost the state’s growth while tackling future challenges. "We want these reforms to benefit everyone and make life easier for ordinary people," he said. He pointed out that many promising sectors in Maharashtra have been overlooked, and now the government is rolling out targeted policies to develop them for overall prosperity and societal welfare.
Boosting Industrial Growth with ‘Industrial Townships’
The CM called for setting up ‘Industrial Townships’ in major industrial estates across the state. These planned areas would provide housing and essential amenities for workers right near their workplaces. "If we offer proper accommodation, workers’ efficiency will go up," Fadnavis explained. He stressed that these townships should include all civic facilities—like water, electricity, and sanitation—matching what’s available in cities and villages. This step could transform how industries support their workforce in Maharashtra.
New Focus on Palliative Care for Cancer Patients
Addressing healthcare needs, Fadnavis urged the creation of a strong ‘Palliative Care Policy’ to ease pain and symptoms for cancer patients, especially in advanced stages three and four. He wants a system in place for easy access to medicines that reduce suffering after treatment. "This is crucial for improving quality of life during recovery," the CM noted, pushing for quick policy implementation to help serious illness patients in the state.
Power, Skills, and Support for Industries
Fadnavis advocated for captive power generation in select industries to ensure steady electricity supply and competitive rates for consumers. "This will benefit both businesses and regular users," he said. He also emphasized regular skill-training programs for industrial workers to keep them competitive.
To support workers further, the CM suggested a new scholarship scheme similar to existing ones, aimed at those in factories and units. For smoother payments, he proposed an online portal for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to track government dues with an automated system. "Service providers should always know the status of their payments," Fadnavis added.
Tackling Export Challenges and Boosting Local Resources
With the US imposing a 50% import duty on Indian goods, Fadnavis called for fresh ideas to offset export losses from Maharashtra. "We need to find alternative markets quickly," he said. On the forestry front, he instructed the Forest Department to ramp up teak plantations to meet rising domestic demand for teak wood.
The meeting covered several key areas, including the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Manufacturing Policy, Biogas Policy, Onion Mahabank initiative, Non-Agricultural Licensing System, and strategies to counter the US tariff impact. These reforms signal Maharashtra’s push towards a stronger economy and better living standards for its people.
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