Eknath Shinde emphasized the importance of stronger economic ties between Maharashtra and the U.K. at an event held at the House of Lords. He highlighted Maharashtra's significant contribution to India's economy, accounting for nearly 14% of the country's GDP. The State also attracts a substantial amount of Foreign Direct Investment, with over 30% of the country's total FDI.
Further details about the event and Shinde's speech are available from the source. Maharashtra is presented as a major industrial and financial hub in India, with considerable economic influence.
The event provided a platform for discussing potential economic collaborations and investments between Maharashtra and the U.K.
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