Governor Prof. Margaret Gardner along with a delegation from the state of Victoria was speaking to Maharashtra Governor at Raj Bhavan Mumbai said that the number of Indians in Australia’s state of Victoria is large and that they are contributing significantly to the civic, culture and industry sector. Mentioning that Melbourne has a cultural association of the people from Maharashtra, she said Mumbai-Melbourne direct flight will broaden the relationship between Maharashtra and Victoria state. This notification was published on the date of 06.12.2023.
Welcoming the Governor of Victoria for her visit to the state for promoting economic, educational and cultural cooperation between Maharashtra and Victoria, Governor Bais urged her to increase cooperation with the universities of Maharashtra. He said Maharashtra is a major educational hub of India and as Governor of the State he is the chancellor of 26 universities in the state. The Governor said India aims to achieve the Gross Enrollment Ratio of 50 percent by 2035. In this connection he sought the cooperation of Victoria in skilling the youthful population of India. The Governor expressed confidence that the Mumbai-Melbourne direct flight will boost trade, mutual relations and tourism.
