Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis convened a high-level Civil-Military Coordination meeting at his official residence ‘Varsha’ in Mumbai on Monday, signalling the state’s strategic urgency to shield vital infrastructure and economic assets from potential terror threats.
Fadnavis lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their precision during Operation Sindoor, describing their response as “unprecedented” and a testament to India’s military readiness. He emphasized Mumbai’s critical role as the nation’s financial capital, warning that any disruption or terror strike on the city would reverberate through the country’s entire economic structure.
Calling for robust intelligence sharing and a fortified cyber security framework, the Chief Minister directed the creation of an independent mechanism to ensure seamless coordination between the state machinery and the defence forces. He underlined the importance of frequent information exchange and real-time communication among top officials to counter any emerging threats swiftly and effectively.
The meeting saw the participation of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, along with senior military leaders including Lt Gen Pawan Chadha (Army), Rear Admiral Anil Jaggi (Navy), and Air Vice Marshal Rajat Mohan (Air Force). Also present were Maharashtra Director General of Police Rashmi Shukla, Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti, and top brass from the Home and Intelligence Departments.
Key stakeholders from vital institutions such as the Reserve Bank of India, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, Bombay Port Trust, Bombay Stock Exchange, National Stock Exchange, Anti-Terrorism Squad, and Home Guards were also part of the strategic session.
Fadnavis’ strong remarks and the composition of the meeting indicate a heightened state of alert and preparedness across Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai — a city long seen as both a financial hub and a prime terror target.
