Maharashtra is poised for a fresh push in industrial growth following a series of international trade discussions held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum on Wednesday (IST), reported news agency ANI.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said global partnerships and trade agreements are crucial for the state, as they help attract new factories and business opportunities, keeping Maharashtra at the forefront of India’s economic growth. He noted that the state has already emerged as a preferred destination for large-scale energy investments, including a recently announced lithium refinery.