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Riteish Deshmukh, Devendra Fadnavis lead Zee 24 Taas Gaurav night
Riteish Deshmukh, Devendra Fadnavis and industry leaders gather in Mumbai to celebrate Maharashtra’s brightest achievers at the Maharashtra Gaurav Awards.
MUMBAI: “Pride of the state” took centre stage in Mumbai as Zee 24 Taas turned the spotlight on Maharashtra’s changemakers, trailblazers and cultural icons at the second edition of the Maharashtra Gaurav Awards.
Held at the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, the evening blended glamour, governance and gratitude, celebrating individuals and organisations driving Maharashtra’s growth across entertainment, sports, social impact, entrepreneurship and public service.
Adding star power to the event was actor Riteish Deshmukh, who was honoured during the ceremony, alongside the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis. In a lively on-stage conversation with Kamlesh Sutar, Editor of Zee 24 Taas, the Chief Minister spoke candidly about governance, law and order, exam reforms and the state’s development journey, before switching gears for a spirited rapid-fire round.
The guest list reflected the scale of the occasion, with Shri Pratap Sarnaik, Shri Siddhesh Kadam, Dr. Subhash Chandra, Ravindra Chavan, Prasad Lad, Ameet Satam, Harshvardhan Patil and Smt. Rubal Agrawal among the dignitaries in attendance.
The awards also recognised notable achievers including actress Girija Oak Godbole, actor Sachin Kumavat and athlete Siddhesh Lokare for their contributions in their respective fields. The evening’s celebratory mood was amplified with performances and appearances by Sharvari Jamenis, Hemal Ingle, Abhijeet Khandkekar and Pushkar Jog.
Speaking after receiving the honour, Riteish Deshmukh said the recognition felt especially meaningful on a platform celebrating Maharashtra’s spirit and cultural identity. He added that such initiatives inspire people across industries to continue striving for excellence.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis praised the platform for recognising individuals and organisations contributing positively to society and strengthening Maharashtra’s identity through innovation, leadership and achievement.
With a packed auditorium featuring policymakers, artists, entrepreneurs, business leaders and social changemakers, the Maharashtra Gaurav Awards once again positioned itself as a celebration of ambition, achievement and the enduring spirit of Maharashtra.
By the end of the evening, one thing was clear Maharashtra wasn’t just collecting awards; it was taking a well-deserved victory lap.
