Kaustubh Dhavse appointed chief advisor to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis; to lead investment and strategy initiatives
The General Administration Department (GAD) formally announced the appointment, marking Dhavse's transition from his earlier role as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to this new high-impact advisory position.
"It is an honor to serve Maharashtra in this new capacity. I look forward to driving strategic investments and accelerating transformative initiatives under the visionary leadership of Hon. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis,' Dhavse said in a statement.
In his new role, Dhavse will lead critical areas including investment promotion and policy design, foreign direct investment (FDI) facilitation, coordination of the Infrastructure Projects War Room, and implementation of large-scale IT initiatives. His appointment underscores the state government's renewed focus on accelerating economic reforms and attracting global investments.
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Dhavse brings over two decades of rich experience in strategy, consulting, and technology to the table.
He has worked with top global organizations such as Solectron Inc., HP Inc., and Frost & Sullivan, providing him with a deep understanding of global business dynamics. An electronics engineer from Mumbai University, Dhavse further strengthened his academic profile with an MBA from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, where he was the valedictorian, and a master's degree in public policy from Harvard University's prestigious John F.
Kennedy School of Government.
During CM Fadnavis's previous term, Dhavse played a crucial role as a trusted policy advisor, helping shape strategic initiatives and streamline policy execution. His proven expertise is expected to help position Maharashtra as a future-ready, globally competitive economy.
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