Maharashtra Cabinet approves 6th Finance Commission, other key projects

The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved several key initiatives, including the establishment of the Sixth State Finance Commission and the creation of 346 new positions within the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF).

The Maharashtra government announced the formation of the ANTF in 2023 to combat drug-related crimes, and to increase its capabilities, 346 new posts will be created, news agency PTI reported quoting government officials.

The Cabinet also gave a green signal to a solar energy project worth 1,594 crore aimed at improving the energy efficiency of the Mhaisal lift irrigation scheme in Sangli district. The project will benefit drought-prone regions, irrigating 1,08,197 hectares of land.

Among other decisions, the cabinet also sanctioned the establishment of the Sixth State Finance Commission, which will play a crucial role in financial planning and resource allocation.

The state government has decided to provide land to the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) for ropeway projects across the state to improve connectivity and boost infrastructure development, said government officials.

Another significant decision includes the allocation of Rs 1,275.78 crore for the Varakhede Londhe (Barrage) medium irrigation project in Chalisgaon taluka of Jalgaon district, which will irrigate 8,290 hectares of land in Chalisgaon and Bhadgaon talukas.

Additionally, land has been designated for a bridge over a drainage canal to improve access to Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital in Pune.
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