Maharashtra set to become first State with a trillion dollar economy, says Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari
The Hindu
Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari said he was happy that Maharashtra stands second in the country in the export preparedness index, released by the Niti Aayog
Mumbai: Maharashtra is all set to become a one trillion-dollar economy and it will be the first State in the country to do so, Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari said in Mumbai on May 1 on the occasion of 62nd anniversary of the State's formation.
Mr. Koshyari addressed an event held at the Shivaji Park in Mumbai's Dadar area where he unfurled the national flag.
Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray was also present on the occasion and the two, who have in the past criticised each other on various issues, were seen exchanging greetings. Mr. Koshyari said Maharashtra has set an example before the nation while combating the three waves of COVID-19 in a well-planned manner. More than 92% of the State's adult population has been administered at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, he said.
“Though we were passing through the COVID-19 pandemic, the state did not allow any impediment to affect its progress and development. Maharashtra is all set to become a one trillion dollar economy and it will be the first state in the country to do so,” he said.
The Governor said he felt happy to note that Maharashtra stands second in the country in the export preparedness index, released by the Niti Aayog. Maharashtra also ranks second in the Centre's 'Good Governance Index report – 2021', he added.
“The policy regarding the electric vehicles made by my government is comprehensive and its implementation has also started in the state. As compared to the previous year, the registration of EVs in Maharashtra has increased by 157%,” the Governor said.
The State Government has also decided to give rebates in property tax to citizens and housing societies which will start EV charging stations, he said.
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