- Maharashtra Leads the Way in Defence Innovation: Chief Minister Fadnavis highlighted the state’s role in supporting entrepreneurs in the defence sector, with 300 new startups successfully established.
- India’s Opportunity in Defence Manufacturing: Fadnavis emphasized the importance of a strong defence manufacturing sector for major economies and how initiatives like ‘Make in India’ are creating significant opportunities for India.
- Tour of Nibe Group’s Manufacturing Facility: Fadnavis and Pawar inspected advanced weaponry at the Nibe Group’s facility, where Pawar humorously joked about the Mahayuti alliance and the cost savings in manufacturing AK-47 rifles.
- Cost Reduction in AK-47 Manufacturing: Pawar highlighted the innovations by Ganesh Nibe and his team, which have reduced the cost of manufacturing AK-47 rifles from ₹2 lakh to just ₹40,000.
- Defence Innovation in Maharashtra: The state’s focus on defence production policy and financial support for entrepreneurs is driving innovation and growth in the sector, positioning Maharashtra as a leader in defence manufacturing.
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