Archive · 22 Jan 2026

Fadnavis defends Davos trip amid criticism

Fadnavis defends Davos trip amid criticism

Devendra Fadnavis, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, is defending the investment deals his state signed at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Some people on social media and in the opposition party are criticizing the trip, saying it was a waste of time and money.

They argue that the companies involved are already based in Maharashtra, so the deals could have been signed locally.

Fadnavis, however, says that Davos is a great platform to showcase Maharashtra's potential to the world.

He also mentioned that the deals involve a lot of foreign investment, which is important for the state's growth.

He called the criticism a 'pre-planned toolkit' and said that those who are unhappy with Maharashtra's progress are spreading false messages.

The deals are expected to bring in a lot of investment and create many jobs.

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