Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis held an engaging and forward-looking discussion with BEML CMD Shantan u Roy, delving into BEMLтАЩs expanding role in IndiaтАЩs journey of nation-building.
The conversation spanned BEMLтАЩs multifaceted contributions across Rail & Metro, Defence, Aerospace, and Mining & ConstructionтАФsectors that form the backbone of IndiaтАЩs 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 BEMLтАЩs 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 IndiaтАЩs biggest Simulator-Based Pilot Training Facility by BEML near Mandale Depot in MaharashtraтАФan initiative that reflects the companyтАЩs 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 BEMLтАЩs cutting-edge metro solutionsтАФdesigned and manufactured in IndiaтАФcan play a more strategic role in scaling up and accelerating MaharashtraтАЩs metro rail infrastructure.
