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IN PHOTOS: Fadnavis inaugurates renovated Balbhavan in south Mumbai, says science park to come up on campus

Updated On: 25 May, 2026 05:41 PM IST | Divya Nair

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday inaugurated the renovated building of the Maharashtra State Jawahar Balbhavan in south Mumbai, announcing that an "open science park" will be set up on its campus. Here are some visuals from the inauguration. PICS/X

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CM Devendra Fadnavis and School Education Minister Dada Bhuse at the newly inaugurated Balbhavan on Monday. PIC/X

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CM Devendra Fadnavis and School Education Minister Dada Bhuse at the newly inaugurated Balbhavan on Monday. PIC/X
Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar was also present for the inauguration. She said that Balbhavan was not merely a structure but an inspiring institution that shapes the dreams of lakhs of children

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Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar was also present for the inauguration. She said that Balbhavan was not merely a structure but an inspiring institution that shapes the dreams of lakhs of children

Speaking to reporters after inauguration, Fadnavis said Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde should take the initiative to connect more municipal school students with the Balbhavan to foster their overall development

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Speaking to reporters after inauguration, Fadnavis said Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde should take the initiative to connect more municipal school students with the Balbhavan to foster their overall development

He further stated that an open science park will be developed on the institution's campus in the Charni Road area to promote creative learning among children

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He further stated that an open science park will be developed on the institution's campus in the Charni Road area to promote creative learning among children

According to Bhuse, the renovated building has a modern auditorium and a fully equipped library on the ground floor, while the first floor houses dance, drama and music rooms, and the second floor has a stage for student performances along with sculpture and painting galleries

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According to Bhuse, the renovated building has a modern auditorium and a fully equipped library on the ground floor, while the first floor houses dance, drama and music rooms, and the second floor has a stage for student performances along with sculpture and painting galleries

Also, the facility has three fully equipped halls, each with a capacity of 100 students, enabling 500 students to undergo training in different art forms simultaneously.

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Also, the facility has three fully equipped halls, each with a capacity of 100 students, enabling 500 students to undergo training in different art forms simultaneously.

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