Maharashtra Budget: Naturopathy centre announced in Shinde’s native village

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday announced the establishment of a naturopathy and wellness centre in Dare village the native place of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in Satara district while presenting the Maharashtra Budget 2026 in the legislative assemblyThe proposed centre will focus on addressing stress lifestylerelated diseases mental health issues and preventive healthcare reflecting the governmentrsquos broader push towards holistic wellness and alternative healthcare practicesNaturopathy centre planned in SataraDuring his Budget speech Fadnavis said the naturopathy centre in Dare village will provide facilities aimed at promoting natural healing methods and preventive careThe initiative is expected to offer therapies and programmes focused on stress management mental wellbeing and lifestyle disorders which are increasingly affecting people due to changing lifestyles and work patternsOfficials said the centre will also encourage awareness about natural treatment systems and healthy living practices among citizensWellness centre based on Vedic knowledge planned in MMRThe chief minister also announced that a Centre of Excellence in wellness will be established in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region MMRAccording to the proposal the centre will be based on Vedic knowledge and traditional Indian music combining ancient wellness practices with modern research and development in holistic healthThe facility is expected to promote traditional healing systems while positioning Maharashtra as a hub for wellnessbased research and tourismLeather design and innovation centre in BandraAs part of initiatives to promote design innovation and entrepreneurship the government has also proposed setting up a modern leather art design and production centre in Bandra MumbaiThe centre will be housed in a multistorey building equipped with advanced facilities including spaces for innovation research training and entrepreneurship developmentThe project is aimed at strengthening the design ecosystem in the leather sector and supporting artisans designers and startups working in leatherbased productsBIRSA scheme to support tribal entrepreneursFadnavis also announced approval for the BIRSA BHarat Innovation Research Startups for Aatmanirbharta scheme which aims to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship among tribal youthUnder the initiative tribal youth will be supported to become innovative entrepreneurs and industrialists helping create employment opportunities and promote economic development in tribal regionsSkill and mobility support for youth under DAKSHThe chief minister further said that the Development of Applied Knowledge and Skills for Human Development DAKSH programme which is being implemented with support from the World Bank will lead to the establishment of MAHIMA Maharashtra Agency for Holistic International Mobility and AdvancementThrough MAHIMA young people will receive language training skill development programmes and financial guidance to prepare them for employment opportunities abroadCounselling services to expand through lsquoNav Disharsquo centresIn addition the government plans to establish lsquoNav Disharsquo centres across the state to expand counselling services and build a more structured system for mental health and personal guidanceThe centres are expected to provide counselling support and guidance for individuals dealing with stress career challenges and other personal issuesFadnavis said these initiatives are part of the state governmentrsquos efforts to strengthen wellness skill development and innovation ecosystems while promoting inclusive development and better opportunities for youth across Maharashtra