In the snowy peaks of Davos, Switzerland, a high-powered MMRDA delegation is making waves at the World Economic Forum’s annual summit. Led by Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, the team is part of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’s official contingent. Their mission: unlock global funding and tech partnerships to supercharge development across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
The group’s arrival coincides with intense networking sessions aimed at transforming Mumbai into a global economic powerhouse. On the first day, they held strategic talks with Paul Dyson, CEO of Crossrail International, a UK-based firm renowned for steering mega transport infrastructure projects worldwide. Discussions zeroed in on collaborative opportunities in metro expansions and urban mobility, with firm commitments to share expertise and build capacities.
Another highlight was a deep-dive conversation with Professor Chris Busch from UC Berkeley. This engagement promises groundbreaking academic exchanges, joint research initiatives, and innovation hubs that could position Mumbai as Asia’s talent capital. It’s a visionary step toward sustainable urban evolution in one of India’s busiest metros.
Maharashtra’s ambitious goal of hitting a $1 trillion economy hinges on such platforms. The Davos meetings are paving the way for FDI inflows, industrial alliances, job creation, and eco-friendly growth in MMR. With global leaders, investors, and policymakers in attendance, these interactions are set to catalyze real momentum.
As partnerships solidify and funding pipelines open, Mumbai’s skyline and infrastructure are poised for unprecedented leaps. Stay tuned for updates on the deals emerging from this pivotal trip, which underscores India’s rising clout on the world stage.