Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (November 26, 2025) assured that residents of Palghar district need not worry as they will be given first preference in employment at the upcoming Vadhavan Port, warning that any attempt to deny them their due would face strong resistance.
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Speaking at election rallies in Dahanu and Palghar ahead of the December 2 local body polls, Mr. Fadnavis highlighted the scale of the project, calling it a game-changer for the region. “Vadhavan Port will rank among the world’s leading ports and will be the first of its kind in India. It is expected to generate nearly 10 lakh jobs and I have instructed the officials that the priority in jobs here will be given to the locals of Palghar,” he said.
He further said that 56 companies have already signed agreements and initiated training programs. “These jobs belong to the sons and daughters of this soil. If anyone tries to sideline locals, I will personally intervene. We will not rest until Palghar’s people get what they deserve.”
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