"Maha govt to hold massive MSME Defence Expo in Pune from Feb 17-19," announces Dy CM Fadnavis

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 27 : Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said that the Maharashtra government will organise a massive MSME Defence Expo in Pune from February 17-19.
Taking to his social media handle, the Deputy Chief Minister posted on X, "On this auspicious and proud occasion of Republic Day, I take pride in announcing that the Government of Maharashtra is hosting for the first time in our history a mega MSME Defence Expo from February 17-19 in Pune."
"The Expo is inspired by the pioneer of tri-services, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Let's celebrate our rich heritage and progress together! " Fadnavis posted on X.
Earlier in the day, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde unfurled the national flag on Republic Day 2024 at his official residence, Varsha Bungalow in Mumbai.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day.
"Best wishes on the special occasion of the 75th Republic Day. Jai Hind!" PM Modi posted on X.
President Droupadi Murmu led the country in the grand celebrations of its journey of Amrit Kaal that began post-the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations to commemorate 75 years of the country's independence.
Viksit Bharat's rich cultural diversity, the 'Aatmanirbhar' military prowess and the growing Nari Shakti were the dominating themes of the 90-minute parade that was graced by Chief Guest, French President Emmanuel Macron.
The ceremonial event witnessed the classic display of the nation's defence forces with an exhilarating display of mighty cavalcades comprising mechanised columns, state-of-the-art equipment, marches of contingents and a display of varied culture and unity in the diversity of the nation.