Maharashtra top FDI destination, critics should keep mum now, says deputy CM Fadnavis

Updated: Jun 6 2023 11:09PM

Maharashtra top FDI destination, critics should keep mum now, says deputy CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, Jun 6 (PTI) Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said Maharashtra has topped in receiving foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country and critics who were claiming projects were moving out of the state should now remain silent.

He also said the government has signed agreements worth Rs 71,000 crore with two energy companies for setting up hydro power plants with a total capacity of 12,450 MW and these projects are expected to generate employment for around 30,000 people.

Speaking to reporters here after the signing of the agreements, Fadnavis, who also holds finance and energy portfolios, said during the first three months of 2023, Maharashtra has topped in receiving foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country.

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