Thane: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Sunday, said that the ruling Mahayutu alliance has set a target of winning 45 of the state's 48 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming polls to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of making India a top economy. The ruling parties of the Mahayuti alliance include the BJP, Shiv Sena led by Shinde, and Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party.

"Maharashtra will support PM Modi's vision of making the country a top economy by electing 45 MPs (out of 48)," Shinde said.

CM Shinde addressed a gathering at a 'shaasan aplya dari (government at your doorstep) event in Dombivali in Thane on Sunday. He also inaugurated several projects in Kalyan and performed ground-breaking ceremonies for various initiatives, including a new fish market in Dombivli, a cancer-cum-maternity hospital, and an auditorium.

Addressing another gathering earlier, Shinde had highlighted the achievements of his administration and the benefits of a “double engine government”.   

Shinde said cashless facilities will be introduced in all state hospitals with a recent hike in medical benefits from Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 5 lakh.

"Free health check-up has benefited around 4 crore women," he said.

Shinde said Maharashtra is leading in foreign investment, infrastructure development, and adding substantially to GDP.

The chief minister also spoke about plans to construct the Mumbai-Goa greenfield super expressway.

"Ongoing industrial developments are expected to generate employment for 3 lakh individuals. The interim budget for 2024-25 underscores an inclusive approach, catering to all sections of society," he said.

With inputs from PTI.