Indian cricket star Virat Kohli met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in London on Friday, with discussions focusing on sports, infrastructure and government welfare initiatives.
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Speaking to ANI, Shinde described Kohli as a “down-to-earth” person and said the meeting also covered Maharashtra’s development and future plans.
The two discussed major infrastructure projects in the state, including Atal Setu, Samruddhi Mahamarg, the coastal road, metro projects and the proposed ‘Third Mumbai’ development near the airport. Education and healthcare initiatives were also part of the conversation.
Shinde said they discussed ways to help young people build their skills and perform better in competitions. Kohli shared suggestions on supporting and developing young talent, which Shinde said could benefit both Maharashtra and the country.
Kohli has been in strong ODI form this year, scoring 384 runs in six innings at an average of 64, including one century and three fifties.
During India’s ODI series in England in August, Kohli scored 144 runs across three innings, with a highest score of 74.
