Empower Maharashtra: Become a Driving Force in Nation-Building and Global Progress as a Proud Member of the Global Non-Resident Maharashtrian Community.
Rediscover Maharashtra: Witness the Spirit of Shivaji, the Strength of Innovation, and the Rise of a State Poised to Lead Vikshit Bharat by 2047.
Invest in Maharashtra: Be the Torchbearer of a Glorious Revival and Partner in Building a $1 Trillion Powerhouse that Strengthens the Soul of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Our Vision: “Rise with Maharashtra” envisions a bold, future-ready Maharashtra at the heart of India’s growth story and the world’s economic future. More than a platform for development, this is a powerful movement of Non-Resident Maharashtrians (NRMs) committed to shaping a resilient, innovation-led Maharashtra deeply rooted in our shared culture, sustainability, and progress for all.
We see Maharashtra as a global force—where tradition fuels innovation, where entrepreneurship meets ethics, and where every returning NRM becomes a bridge between Bharat and the world. Our vision is to make Maharashtra a symbol of self-reliance, smart industries, and global excellence—contributing directly to Viksit Bharat 2047.
Our Mission: To transform Maharashtra into a globally admired economic, technological, and cultural powerhouse by mobilizing the strength, intellect, and investment of NRMs around the world. Whether in Silicon Valley or Singapore, Dubai or Dublin, Tokyo or Toronto—our people carry the spirit of Maharashtra within them.
By uniting the diaspora with the government, industry, and communities back home, we aim to:
Ignite world-class innovation across sectors
Facilitate strategic global partnerships
Promote ethical enterprise and inclusive growth
Support India’s journey toward Atmanirbhar Bharat
With our youth power, industrial might, and cultural depth, Maharashtra will rise—not just as a state, but as a guiding light for the New India.
Our Pillars of Action
Spark Innovation: Foster a global culture of creativity rooted in Maharashtrian excellence—from agri-tech and health to AI, space tech, and digital services. Build world-class innovation ecosystems by linking NRMs with startups, R&D clusters, and forward-looking institutions.
Build Resilient Economic Networks: Reinforce Maharashtra’s infrastructure, logistics, and policy frameworks to ensure robust, future-proof systems. Enable a thriving economy that not only attracts global investment but uplifts every district—from Ratnagiri to Chandrapur.
Strengthen Maharashtra’s Global Stature: With bold action and strategic leadership, elevate Maharashtra as a global benchmark for productivity, cultural diplomacy, and innovation. Lay the foundation for a $1 trillion Maharashtrian economy by 2035, powering Bharat’s rise on the world stage.
Our Key Objectives:
Forge Global Alliances for Growth Facilitate long-term strategic partnerships with nations like the USA, Japan, Australia, the UK, and UAE. Connect Maharashtrian talent and capital abroad with high-impact sectors at home—clean tech, advanced manufacturing, digital finance, and bioeconomy.
Accelerate Inclusive Economic Growth Attract both global and domestic investors—including top NRMs and Fortune 500 companies. Enable job creation and wealth generation through growth in logistics, green industries, renewable energy, tourism, and ITES hubs across Maharashtra.
Champion Sustainable and Just Development Place environmental responsibility and equity at the heart of every project. Encourage climate-smart agriculture, green infrastructure, and rural innovation. Ensure that development empowers farmers, tribal communities, women, and youth alike.
Lead in Tech-Driven Transformation Make Maharashtra a national beacon of digital revolution. Support NRMs and local entrepreneurs in driving innovation in AI, robotics, biotech, fintech, and automation. Establish smart cities, R&D corridors, and high-tech parks that uplift both industry and society.
Strengthen Bharat’s Global Diplomacy Position Maharashtra as a cultural and strategic voice in global forums like BRICS, G20, SCO, and ASEAN. Facilitate exchanges that bring global knowledge home and showcase Maharashtrian brilliance to the world.
Elevate Human Development Translate economic gains into real impact. Drive social progress through better education, accessible healthcare, strong institutions, and inclusive urban and rural systems. Focus on women’s leadership, youth empowerment, and the rise of a confident Marathi middle class—at home and abroad.
Incorporate Global Best Practices Leverage global frameworks—from APEC and the EU to African Union and Latin America—to inspire Maharashtra’s transformation. Use this global intelligence to unlock our full potential in industry, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and governance.
Our Governing Councils and Subcommittees.
Empower Maharashtrian: Be a Catalyst for Global Innovation and Growth as a Valued NRMEF Member
Empower Maharashtrian: Be a Catalyst for Global Innovation and Growth as a Valued NRMEF Member
Empower Maharashtrian: Be a Catalyst for Global Innovation and Growth as a Valued NRMEF Member
Empower Maharashtrian: Be a Catalyst for Global Innovation and Growth as a Valued NRMEF Member
Contributing over 14% to India’s industrial output and standing tall as one of the top-performing states, Maharashtra is the financial heartbeat of India—powering national growth, attracting global capital, and shaping Bharat’s economic destiny.
From the Mumbai Trans-Harbour Link to JNPT Port, the Samruddhi Expressway to seamless rail and air networks—Maharashtra’s world-class infrastructure fuels trade, mobility, and access, making it the gateway to India and a launchpad for global enterprise.
Home to over 60 universities, including premier institutions like IIT Bombay, TISS, and Pune University, Maharashtra nurtures a vast, future-ready talent base driving innovation, research, and advanced manufacturing for tomorrow’s industries.
From automobiles in Pune, finance in Mumbai, biotech in Nashik, to textiles in Solapur and agribusiness in Vidarbha, Maharashtra’s vibrant industrial corridors and SEZs attract investment across sectors—cementing its position as a global industrial giant.
Hon'ble Mr. Devendra Gangadhar Fadnavis Chief Minister of Maharashtra
The Chief Minister of Maharashtra is a visionary leader, providing unwavering support to the Governing Councils, empowering them to implement transformative ideas and drive the Make in Maharashtra mission toward unprecedented success.
Spearheading Maharashtra’s role in India’s semiconductor revolution, this council leads investment in chip manufacturing, robust supply chains, and high-skilled talent development—positioning Maharashtra as a global semiconductor leader.
Driving the frontier of tomorrow’s technologies, this council accelerates breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI, nanotech, and deep science—cementing Maharashtra’s place as a nucleus of global DeepTech innovation.
At the core of Maharashtra’s digital leadership, this council advances ethical, sovereign, AI-powered governance and future-ready data ecosystems—building a smarter, safer Bharat.
Championing digital health equity, this council integrates cutting-edge MedTech and remote care solutions into public systems—delivering next-gen healthcare to Maharashtra’s cities and villages alike.
Transforming learning for a Viksit Bharat, this council drives immersive education platforms, smart classrooms, and digital skill-building—preparing Maharashtra’s youth to lead the world.
This council harnesses innovation in precision agriculture, climate-smart irrigation, and food value chains to strengthen Maharashtra’s leadership in food resilience and rural prosperity.
Building India’s most inclusive financial ecosystem, this council promotes digital banking, blockchain innovation, and fintech-driven entrepreneurship across every district of Maharashtra.
From aerospace to energy, this council fuels industrial growth through advanced materials, composites, and sustainable technologies—making Maharashtra a global manufacturing epicenter.
Focusing on indigenous innovation in diagnostics, biotech, and life-saving devices, this council helps position Maharashtra as India’s MedTech export hub—scalable, affordable, and global.
Dedicated to building investor confidence and institutional trust, this council advances reforms in e-governance, ease of doing business, and accountable leadership across Maharashtra.
Reviving the soul of Maharashtra—from forts of Shivaji Maharaj to global Marathi festivals—this council drives cultural diplomacy and promotes immersive tourism experiences worldwide.
The news about recent activities.
Upcoming Events, Trade Delegations and Round Tables!
Maharashtrian is the 11th most populous state and the 8th largest state by area in India.
Total Cost: ~$12 Billion Scope: Reinventing Mumbai into a global financial and innovation capital with world-class metro connectivity, climate-resilient infrastructure, smart governance systems, green zones, and futuristic business districts—designed to attract Fortune 500 firms and global institutions.
Total Cost: $7 Billion
Scope: Establishing India’s most advanced renewable energy park in Vidarbha and Marathwada, powering over 6 GW through solar, wind, and green hydrogen—fueling industrial growth and Maharashtra’s green transition.
Total Cost: $6.5 Billion Scope: Establishing India’s largest renewable energy cluster focused on solar, wind, and hydrogen energy, producing over 5 GW annually to support industrial growth, promote environmental sustainability, and reduce dependence on conventional power sources.
Total Cost: $5 Billion Scope: Creating India’s largest inland logistics ecosystem in Nagpur—integrating rail, road, and air freight to enhance Maharashtra’s role as a central trade artery for pan-India and global commerce.
Total Cost: $4 Billion Scope: Revitalizing Maharashtra’s spiritual legacy with global-standard tourism infrastructure, heritage restoration, wellness retreats, and digital pilgrimage trails—putting Maharashtra on the global spiritual tourism map.
Total Cost: $6 Billion Scope: Transforming Pune into a global center for auto-tech, precision engineering, and clean manufacturing—combined with elite academic and residential zones to attract global talent and R&D investments.
Total Cost: $3.5 Billion Scope: Building a thriving innovation ecosystem focused on AI, biotech, electric mobility, and semiconductors, supported by smart infrastructure, startup accelerators, and international partnerships.
Total Cost: $2.8 Billion Scope: Reimagining Maharashtra’s west coast with modernized riverine ports and waterways—cutting freight costs, unlocking eco-tourism, and linking hinterlands to global supply chains.
Total Cost: $4.2 Billion Scope: Developing Maharashtra’s agri heartland into a global agro-industrial hub with mega food parks, export infrastructure, AI-powered precision farming, and global market linkages.
The Non Resident Maharashtrian is a Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) with a mission to establish Maharashtrian as a key player in international economic collaboration, focusing on strategic partnerships with nations like USA, Europe, Australia, African Union, KSA, China, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the UAE across vital sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and finance. Our goal is to integrate lessons from successful global economic models, adopting best practices to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. We aim to enhance economic prosperity and diversification, contribute to societal progress, and promote sustainable economic practices. By leveraging Maharashtrian’s unique position, Non Resident Maharashtrian strives to drive substantial economic growth, spur innovation, and solidify Maharashtrian’s stature in the international economic arena, resonating with the government’s vision of a technologically advanced and interconnected economy.