IN PHOTOS: CM Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar take ride in ‘Rajmata Jijau’ bus after inauguration

Updated On: 24 March, 2026 01:23 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar along with other leaders on Tuesday took a ride in the newly launched ‘Rajmata Jijau’ bus after its inauguration in Mumbai. Pics/Special Arrangement

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A new smart bus service named ‘Rajmata Jijau’ was launched in a grand ceremony at the state legislature complex in Mumbai on Tuesday. Pics/Special Arrangement

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The launch ceremony was attended by several senior leaders, including Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik and others

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The bus service is named after Jijabai, widely respected for her role in shaping the life and values of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

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Officials said the name reflects the state’s effort to connect modern development with Maharashtra’s rich cultural and historical heritage

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The service was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

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The event featured traditional drum performances and cultural displays, creating a festive atmosphere to mark the beginning of the new transport initiative

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IN PHOTOS: CM Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar take ride in ‘Rajmata Jijau’ bus after inauguration

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