EP 250: Can Maharashtra be the first $1 Trillion State? | Kaustubh Dhavse(Joint Secretary, Govt. of Maharashtra)

In this episode of Bharatvaarta, Sharan hosts Mr. Kaustubh Dhavse, the joint secretary to Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, to discuss Maharashtra's goal of becoming a $1 Trillion economy. The conversation delves into Maharashtra's significant contributions to India's economy, infrastructural projects, and the government's strategies for achieving a $1 trillion economy by 2028. Mr. Dhavse highlights the role of visionary leadership under DyCM Devendra Fadnavis and CM Eknath Shinde. He highlights the infrastructural advancements in maharashtra including the Samruddhi Expressway, the new airport in mumbai, underground metro among others. The conversation also covers the innovative approach taken to solving bureaucratic challenges, balancing economic growth with political stability and addressing regional disparities in development.Sharan Setty is a journalist covering politics, society and security for a magazine based in New Delhi.

00:00 Introduction 
00:50 Conversation with Kaustubh Dhavse
02:15 Mumbai's Infrastructure Transformation
04:11 Challenges and Leadership in Development
10:08 Regional Imbalance in Maharashtra
15:10 Investment Strategies and Emerging Hubs
21:31 Balancing Development and Welfare
27:42 Personal Insights and Political Complexities
32:31 Navigating Government Challenges
33:12 Advice for Aspiring Civil Servants
36:14 Addressing Corruption in Government
40:18 Tendering and Vendor Selection
46:11 Maharashtra's Growth Strategy
53:28 Political Challenges and Optimism
58:35 Future Vision for Mumbai and Maharashtra
01:01:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts