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The Print
13 hours ago
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- The Print
Maharashtra govt appoints 6 officers as directors of welfare body for weaker sections among Brahmins
A government resolution was issued on August 19 by the state planning department in this regard. The government has appointed Additional Chief Secretary (Planning) Rajgopal Deora, Principal Secretary (Expenditure) Saurabh Vijay, Additional Chief Secretary (Skill Development and Employment) Manisha Verma, Industries Secretary Anbalagan P, Agriculture Principal Secretary Vikas Chandra Rastogi, and OBC Welfare Secretary Appaso Dhulaj as the first directors of the corporation. Mumbai, Aug 21 (PTI) The Maharashtra government has appointed six senior bureaucrats as the first directors of the Parshuram Economic Development Corporation set up to create self-employment and business opportunities for the economically weaker sections of the Brahmin community. The new body has been set up to promote agriculture-related activities, processing, storage, small-scale industries, transport and other enterprises to help uplift the community's economic status. The state also cleared the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA) for the corporation. As per the AoA, senior officials from the Planning, Finance, Skill Development and Employment, Industries, Agriculture and OBC Welfare departments will serve as ex-officio members of the corporation. The Managing Director of the Parshuram Economic Development Corporation has been authorised to complete all legal formalities required for its registration, the resolution added. The corporation's office in Pune was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on May 1. The state government started the initiative from October 2024 in which students from the Brahmin community get aid under the economically weaker sections category quota. PTI MR NP This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Maharashtra govt appoints 6 officers as directors of welfare body for weaker sections among Brahmins
The Maharashtra government has appointed six senior bureaucrats as the first directors of the Parshuram Economic Development Corporation set up to create self-employment and business opportunities for the economically weaker sections of the Brahmin community . The government has appointed Additional Chief Secretary (Planning) Rajgopal Deora, Principal Secretary (Expenditure) Saurabh Vijay, Additional Chief Secretary (Skill Development and Employment) Manisha Verma, Industries Secretary Anbalagan P, Agriculture Principal Secretary Vikas Chandra Rastogi, and OBC Welfare Secretary Appaso Dhulaj as the first directors of the corporation. A government resolution was issued on August 19 by the state planning department in this regard. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Remember Him? Sit Down Before You See What He Looks Like Now 33 Bridges Undo The new body has been set up to promote agriculture-related activities , processing, storage, small-scale industries, transport and other enterprises to help uplift the community's economic status. The state also cleared the Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA) for the corporation. Live Events As per the AoA, senior officials from the Planning, Finance, Skill Development and Employment, Industries, Agriculture and OBC Welfare departments will serve as ex-officio members of the corporation. The Managing Director of the Parshuram Economic Development Corporation has been authorised to complete all legal formalities required for its registration, the resolution added. The corporation's office in Pune was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on May 1. The state government started the initiative from October 2024 in which students from the Brahmin community get aid under the economically weaker sections category quota.
The Hindu
12-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Digant Sharma's Remarkable Day: Honoring Political Leadership and Fostering Public Discourse in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar in Maharashtra, India
Honoured to have had the opportunity to participate in a truly memorable event where Shri Digant Sharma had the privilege to welcome and felicitate some of India's most respected political leaders. Gratitude and respect to: Dr. Bhagwat Karad Dr. Bhagwat Karad, a seasoned pediatric surgeon and BJP leader, served as Union Minister of State for Finance (2021–2024). A two-time Mayor of Aurangabad, he champions financial inclusion and national infrastructure development. Shri Ashokrao Chavan Ashokrao Chavan, former Maharashtra Chief Minister (2008–2010), transitioned from Congress to BJP in 2024. Son of ex-CM Shankarrao Chavan, he has held key portfolios, influencing state governance and policy reforms. Shri Atul Save Atul Save, BJP MLA from Aurangabad East, has held ministerial roles in Housing, OBC Welfare, and Co-operation. Shri Atul Save currently heads OBC Welfare, Dairy Development and Renewable Energy for Maharashtra government. His initiatives in urban development and housing have significantly impacted Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. Shri Ambadas Danve Ambadas Danve, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, serves as Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra Legislative Council since Aurangabad-Jalna, he is known for advocating public accountability and democratic values. Alongside them, we had the pleasure of welcoming many other social entrepreneur , dignitaries and political representatives who are playing key roles in the upliftment of Maharashtra. The event was filled with inspiring discussions, shared visions for development, and the spirit of unity. We look forward to building more such bridges between leadership and grassroots action. The event was hosted by Lokshahi Marathi a leading Marathi News Channel in Maharashtra. Digant Sharma is a multifaceted Indian entrepreneur and social reformer known for his leadership across diverse sectors, including agriculture, energy, technology, and philanthropy. As Chairman of Torus Innotech Pvt. Ltd., he supports over 100,000+ farmers in Maharashtra and Telangana through agri-tech solutions like organic farming , regenerative agriculture, carbon credit , . He also leads Francture Brands Pvt. Ltd., specializing in brand expansion and digital consulting, and chairs companies like Intellipetrol and Hydrocarbonix in the oil and gas in Fujairah and Rotterdam , and Ophi Technologies in environmental sectors and landfill cleaning with base in Finland and Switzerland. Mr Digant Sharma has a Global network worldwide for raising funds globally from Luxembourg, Norway, Switzerland, Sweden, Germany, Finland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London and more. Sharma is the founder of the Undertrial Welfare Association, advocating for legal reforms and support for undertrial prisoners in India. His philanthropic efforts include to provide daily meals to children nationwide. Additionally, he has been involved in cultural initiatives, such as directing sponsorship and CSR for the first Shree Ram Leela in Ayodhya and fundraising for a video game based on Sanatana Dharma. His extensive portfolio reflects a commitment to social impact, innovation, and cross-sector leadership. 'This is a company press release that is not part of editorial content. No journalist of The Hindu was involved in the publication of this release.'
