Mumbai: Maharashtra government has decided to set up jewellery and knowledge smart city in the state to promote the growth of gems and jewellery sector.

"We plan to set up jewellery and knowledge smart city in the state to promote the growth of the gems and jewellery sector. I would request Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) to provide suitable place for the said project, which will have a dedicated zone for manufacturing and related activities," Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said today at a function organised by India Bullion and Jewellers' Association (IBJA) here.