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Maharashtra, India's most industrialised state, is strategically positioning itself as a powerhouse of innovation and enterprise. With an economy valued at approximately $578 billion, the state aspires to be the country's first sub-national trillion-dollar economy.
This ambition is supported by a legacy of fostering entrepreneurship and an unwavering commitment to ease of doing business, making it an attractive destination for investors. The state is actively diversifying its industrial landscape, moving beyond traditional sectors into sunrise industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, display fabrication, and defense aerospace.
Significant investments, including billions in USD for chip and display fabs, underscore this futuristic approach. Furthermore, Maharashtra is making substantial strides in clean energy, with plans for 52% of its energy consumption to come from renewables by 2030, and projects aiming to make it a leader in solar energy and pump storage.