Strengthening US-Maharashtra Ties: Ambassador Sergio Gore Meets CM Devendra Fadnavis
US Ambassador Sergio Gore's recent meeting with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis focused on strengthening bilateral relations across various sectors, including trade, technology, and manufacturing. The discussions highlighted key initiatives like the Navi Mumbai International Education City and explored ways to enhance American investments in Maharashtra. Gore also met with RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra and Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in technology and investment. This visit marks a significant step in deepening the partnership between the US and Maharashtra.
Jan 17, 2026, 16:58 IST
US Ambassador's Visit to Maharashtra
On Saturday, US Ambassador Sergio Gore held discussions with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The two leaders focused on enhancing bilateral relations in key sectors such as trade, entertainment, technology, and manufacturing. In a post on social media, the ambassador expressed his enthusiasm about the meeting, stating, "Today, I had a wonderful meeting with Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis! We discussed our shared strategic priorities to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the United States and Maharashtra across vital areas including trade and investment, entertainment, technology, manufacturing, energy, and health. Together, we can achieve a lot!"
Key Initiatives Discussed
During the meeting, Chief Minister Fadnavis shared insights about significant strategic initiatives, including the Navi Mumbai International Education City. Both parties agreed to collaborate to deepen the US-Maharashtra partnership. Fadnavis expressed his honor and pleasure in welcoming Ambassador Gore to his official residence in Mumbai, where they engaged in meaningful discussions about expanding cooperation between Maharashtra and the US. They also explored ways to promote American investments in Maharashtra and enhance the presence of Maharashtra-based companies in the US.
Meetings with RBI Governor and Tata Group
Earlier on the same day, Ambassador Gore met with Sanjay Malhotra, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), to discuss enhancing collaboration, particularly in the technology sector. In a post on social media, Gore mentioned that he enjoyed meeting with the RBI Governor and discussed areas for cooperation, including cutting-edge American technology. Additionally, during his visit to India, Gore met with N. Chandrasekaran, the Chairman of Tata Group. He noted on social media, "I had a meaningful meeting with N. Chandrasekaran, whose company boasts a rich legacy of 150 years and a significant presence in the US."