Mumbai, July 04, 2025 — News18 Lokmat successfully hosted the Samruddha Maharashtra 2025 conclave, a platform that brought together ministers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, artists, and thinkers to deliberate on Maharashtra’s development agenda. The high-impact conclave served as a platform to identify opportunities, address challenges, and chart a comprehensive roadmap for a prosperous Maharashtra.
The event witnessed a confluence of powerful voices from governance, business, and culture, all committed to driving growth across sectors.
The event opened with a forward-looking panel titled “Future of Maharashtra”, where young leaders, including Meghana Bordikar, Varun Sardesai, Rohini Khadse, Shaina NC, and Sangram Kote Patil spoke about youth engagement, sustainability, and innovation in policy reforms needed to future-proof the state’s development.
In a key session, Aaditya Thackeray spoke on what he described as the “Maharashtra Pattern of Politics”, where he highlighted the unique blend of ideology, legacy, regional aspirations, and youth participation. Thackeray emphasized the importance of transparent governance, inclusive dialogue, and sustainability as pillars of modern political engagement.
A high-voltage panel featuring Jitendra Awhad, Girish Mahajan, Uday Samant, Imtiyaz Jaleel, Sandeep Deshpande, and Anil Parab explored the ongoing dynamic between national and regional parties. The conversation focused on collaboration beyond party lines in driving Maharashtra’s development.
On the economic front, the session “Udhyemi Maharashtra-Entrepreneurs Driving Growth” brought together industry voices like Hemant Rathi, Girish Chitale, Lalit Gandhi, and economist Ajit Ranade. They spoke on how entrepreneurship, innovation, and industrial investment are crucial for Maharashtra’s economic progress.
Art and culture took centre stage in “Kalapatadi Maharashtra,” where celebrated names like Mahesh Manjrekar, Kedar Shinde, Om Raut, and Bharat Jadhav reflected on how cinema, theatre, and storytelling shape Maharashtra’s identity and influence, and are the soft power of the state.
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde addressed critical policy priorities, including infrastructure, rural development, and welfare policies. He reiterated the government’s commitment to inclusive development.
The event concluded with a keynote by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who laid out a long-term vision for Maharashtra. His impactful address covered economic reforms, infrastructure expansion, and building a globally competitive, resilient state.
News18 Lokmat’s Samruddha Maharashtra proved to be more than just a discussion platform– it emerged as a collaborative space for ideas, innovation, and inspiration. With participation from top leaders across sectors, the event set the tone for transformative growth in Maharashtra.
News18 Lokmat once again reaffirmed its role as Maharashtra’s leading news channel, not just reporting developments but actively shaping dialogue around them. Samruddha Maharashtra was powered by MIT Design Technology – Pune, Reliance Industries Ltd, Special Partners were MIDC, Sandip University, and Associate Sponsors were Rotomag Solar Pump, Pimpri Chinchwad University Pune, LIC Housing Finance Ltd, and Mahagenco.
