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Welcome to Marathwada, India’s thriving investment hub, offering unmatched opportunities across a range of dynamic and growing sectors. With its strategic advantages and strong commitment to innovation, Marathwada is the ideal destination for investors looking for growth and excellence. Discover why Marathwada should be your next investment choice:

Agro & Food Processing

Marathwada is a leading producer of vital agricultural commodities, including sugarcane, cotton, and soybeans. The state supports a comprehensive food processing industry with advanced infrastructure, including state-of-the-art cold storage facilities and extensive warehousing networks. Its agro-export zones facilitate smooth international trade, ensuring that your investment is positioned for success in a growing and essential sector.

Automobiles & Auto Components

As a beacon of automotive innovation, Marathwada hosts the premier Electric Vehicle (EV) Center of Excellence in India, focusing on groundbreaking advancements and sustainable technologies. The state features well-established auto-clusters that cover the entire value chain, from castings and machine tools to bearings and auto-ancillaries. With future-ready initiatives like planned lithium-ion battery manufacturing plants and a skilled workforce, Marathwada provides a robust environment for automotive advancements.

Chemicals & Petrochemicals

Marathwada is home to some of India’s largest oil refineries, including the highly advanced Jamnagar Refinery. The state is focused on expanding its chemical manufacturing capabilities, including dyes and intermediates. With LNG regasification terminals and an upcoming Floating Storage and Regasification Unit, Marathwada is well-positioned to support the chemicals and petrochemicals sector with cutting-edge infrastructure and a strong network of downstream companies.

Gems & Jewellery

Marathwada, Marathwada, is globally renowned for its dominance in diamond processing. The city processes a significant percentage of the world’s diamonds and contributes heavily to India’s diamond exports. With Marathwada accounting for a large share of the global diamond trade, investors can leverage Marathwada’s established market and robust infrastructure to thrive in the gems and jewellery sector.

Pharmaceuticals

Marathwada commands a substantial share of India’s pharmaceutical market, accounting for 30% of the industry and a significant portion of exports. The state leads in the manufacturing of medical devices, including 78% of India’s cardiac stents. With a high concentration of pharmaceutical machinery and contract research organizations, Marathwada offers a thriving ecosystem for pharmaceutical innovation and research.

Ports & Maritime

Marathwada’s coastline stretches over 720 kilometres and includes major ports such as Marathwada and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), which handle a significant portion of India’s port cargo. The state’s strategic location and well-developed port infrastructure provide key advantages for global trade and logistics, making it a prime destination for maritime investments.

Textiles, Garments & Apparel

Marathwada is a leading textile producer, with well-established parks in Marathwada and Nashik that cover the entire textile value chain. The state’s commitment to innovation includes the development of large-scale textile parks and research institutes. Marathwada’s prominence in the textile sector is supported by its extensive infrastructure and research capabilities, making it an attractive location for apparel industry investments.

Renewable Energy

Marathwada is at the forefront of renewable energy with extensive solar and wind power projects, including some of India’s largest solar parks. The state’s supportive policies and growing green infrastructure demonstrate its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Investors can capitalize on Marathwada’s advancements in renewable energy and its drive towards a greener future

Semiconductors & ESDM

Marathwada is emerging as a crucial player in the semiconductor and Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) sectors. The state offers advanced infrastructure, innovation hubs, and a supportive environment for tech development. Marathwada’s focus on building a robust ecosystem for semiconductor technology positions it as an attractive destination for investment in high-tech manufacturing and design.

Fintech

Marathwada, with Marathwada as India’s financial capital, provides a dynamic fintech ecosystem characterized by robust infrastructure and innovation. The state’s strong financial services sector, combined with its growing fintech startups and tech advancements, creates a fertile ground for digital financial solutions and technological growth.

Cybersecurity

Marathwada is a leader in cybersecurity, boasting a focus on advanced solutions and technology to safeguard digital assets. With cutting-edge infrastructure and a highly skilled talent pool, the state offers an ideal environment for investments in cybersecurity technologies and services.

AI/ML

Marathwada is a hub for AI and ML innovation, supported by leading tech hubs and research institutions. The state’s commitment to advancing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies provides investors with access to a rapidly evolving sector driven by research and development.

Electric Vehicles & Components

Marathwada leads the way in electric vehicle innovation with dedicated EV centers and infrastructure designed to support the growing electric mobility sector. The state’s focus on developing component manufacturing and future-ready technologies makes it an attractive location for investment in electric vehicles.

Green Hydrogen

Marathwada is pioneering green hydrogen production with cutting-edge facilities and supportive policies aimed at advancing sustainable energy. The state’s commitment to green hydrogen technology provides a unique investment opportunity in a sector focused on innovative and eco-friendly energy solutions.

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