Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis held an engaging and forward-looking discussion with BEML CMD Shantan u Roy, delving into BEML’s expanding role in India’s journey of nation-building.
The conversation spanned BEML’s multifaceted contributions across Rail & Metro, Defence, Aerospace, and Mining & Construction—sectors that form the backbone of India’s industrial and infrastructure ambitions.
Shri Fadnavis took a deep interest in understanding how BEML has been driving self-reliance in transportation and defence technologies.
He expressed appreciation for BEML’s long-standing commitment to indigenization and innovation, particularly noting its stature as one of the largest rolling stock manufacturers in the country.
He was especially impressed by the establishment of India’s biggest Simulator-Based Pilot Training Facility by BEML near Mandale Depot in Maharashtra—an initiative that reflects the company’s future-ready approach to capacity building and skill development.
The discussion also touched upon emerging opportunities for collaboration in the urban mobility space.
Shri Fadnavis and Shri Roy explored how BEML’s cutting-edge metro solutions—designed and manufactured in India—can play a more strategic role in scaling up and accelerating Maharashtra’s metro rail infrastructure.
