IN PHOTOS: CM Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar take ride in ‘Rajmata Jijau’ bus after inauguration

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar along with other leaders on Tuesday took a ride in the newly launched ‘Rajmata Jijau’ bus after its inauguration in Mumbai. Pics/Special Arrangement

Updated On: 2026-03-24 01:23 PM IST

Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed

A new smart bus service named ‘Rajmata Jijau’ was launched in a grand ceremony at the state legislature complex in Mumbai on Tuesday. Pics/Special Arrangement

The launch ceremony was attended by several senior leaders, including Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik and others

The bus service is named after Jijabai, widely respected for her role in shaping the life and values of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Officials said the name reflects the state’s effort to connect modern development with Maharashtra’s rich cultural and historical heritage

The service was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

The event featured traditional drum performances and cultural displays, creating a festive atmosphere to mark the beginning of the new transport initiative

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