# Maharashtra manufacturing: clusters, ports and GI products > Maharashtra sourcing: auto and EV, forgings, precision engineering, and textiles. See its 8 mapped clusters, ports, languages and GI products. Source: https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/states/maharashtra/ State profile · 8 clusters # Maharashtra. Auto and EV, forgings, and precision engineering. Maharashtra is India's largest industrial state, with auto, forging and precision engineering around Pune, Nashik and Aurangabad, textiles in Bhiwandi and Ichalkaranji, foundries in Kolhapur, and jewellery and packaging in Mumbai. Nhava Sheva (JNPA) is one of India's two busiest container ports, so export logistics are strong. [Get a free teardown](https://sourcesquid.co/start/?state=maharashtra) See the clusters Named shortlist from USD 390 8 mapped clusters 57 registered GI products Marathi main language State map · **Maharashtra** Capital: Mumbai * __Maharashtra * __Mapped clusters * __Clusters in other states At a glance ## What Maharashtra does best. Strengths, languages and export routes, the first things a buyer needs to plan a sourcing trip. Strengths Auto and EV · Forgings · Precision engineering · Textiles · Jewellery · Pharma Capital Mumbai Languages MarathiOur team speaks Marathi Ports used Nhava Sheva (JNPA) and ICD Nagpur Clusters mapped [Kolhapur](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/kolhapur/), [Mumbai – Thane](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/mumbai/), [Pune – Chakan](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/pune/), [Aurangabad](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/aurangabad/), [Bhiwandi](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/bhiwandi/), [Ichalkaranji](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/ichalkaranji/), [Nashik](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/nashik/), [Solapur](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/solapur/) Processes [Auto & EV components](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/auto-and-ev-components/), [Chemicals & pharma](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/chemicals-and-pharma/), [Food, spices & agri](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/food-spices-and-agri/), [Machining & precision](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/machining-and-precision/), [Weaving & handloom](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/weaving-and-handloom/), [Casting & foundry](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/casting-and-foundry/), [Forging](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/forging/), [Garments & cut-make-trim](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/garments-and-cut-make-trim/), [Gems & jewellery](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/gems-and-jewellery/), [Home textiles & carpets](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/home-textiles-and-carpets/), [Leather & footwear](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/leather-and-footwear/), [Printing & packaging](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/printing-and-packaging/) GI products 57 registered17 more applications pending registration Manufacturing clusters ## Where Maharashtra makes things. 8 mapped clusters, largest first. Each page covers processes, nearest ports and what the cluster is known for. [ Major cluster Major cluster **Kolhapur** Foundry, Kolhapuri chappals, jaggery Casting & foundryLeather & footwearFood, spices & agri ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/kolhapur/)[ Major cluster Major cluster **Mumbai – Thane** Jewellery (SEEPZ), garments, pharma, packaging Gems & jewelleryGarments & cut-make-trimChemicals & pharma+1 ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/mumbai/)[ Major cluster Major cluster **Pune – Chakan** Forgings, auto & EV, precision engineering ForgingAuto & EV componentsMachining & precision ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/pune/)[ Established cluster Established cluster **Aurangabad** Auto components, pharma Auto & EV componentsChemicals & pharma ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/aurangabad/)[ Established cluster Established cluster **Bhiwandi** Powerloom fabrics, warehousing Weaving & handloom ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/bhiwandi/)[ Established cluster Established cluster **Ichalkaranji** Powerloom fabrics Weaving & handloom ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/ichalkaranji/)[ Established cluster Established cluster **Nashik** Engineering, electricals, grapes & wine Auto & EV componentsMachining & precisionFood, spices & agri ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/nashik/)[ Established cluster Established cluster **Solapur** Terry towels & chaddars Home textiles & carpets ](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/clusters/solapur/) ### Processes present in Maharashtra * [Auto & EV components 3](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/auto-and-ev-components/) * [Chemicals & pharma 2](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/chemicals-and-pharma/) * [Food, spices & agri 2](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/food-spices-and-agri/) * [Machining & precision 2](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/machining-and-precision/) * [Weaving & handloom 2](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/weaving-and-handloom/) * [Casting & foundry 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/casting-and-foundry/) * [Forging 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/forging/) * [Garments & cut-make-trim 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/garments-and-cut-make-trim/) * [Gems & jewellery 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/gems-and-jewellery/) * [Home textiles & carpets 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/home-textiles-and-carpets/) * [Leather & footwear 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/leather-and-footwear/) * [Printing & packaging 1](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/processes/printing-and-packaging/) Geographical Indications ## 57 GI products, by category. Registered GI names tied to Maharashtra, grouped the way buyers search for them. A further 17 applications are pending with the GI Registry. ### [Fruit, vegetables & produce](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/fruit-vegetables-and-produce/#maharashtra)22 * Akola Kagzi Lime * Alibag White Onion * Alphonso * Badlapur Jamun * Bahadoli Jamun * Beed Custard Apple * Dahanu Gholvad Chikoo * Jalgaon Banana * Jalgaon Bharit Brinjal * Jalna Sweet Orange * Lasalgaon Onion * Mahabaleshwar Strawberry * Marathwada Kesar Mango * Nagpur Orange * Nashik Grapes * Panchincholi Tamarind * Purandar Fig * Renuka Mata Tambul * Sangli Raisins * Solapur Pomegranate * Vengurla Cashew * Waghya Ghevada ### [Tea, coffee & spices](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/tea-coffee-and-spices/#maharashtra)9 * Amravati Pippali * Bhiwapur Chilli * Kasti Coriander * Nandurbar Amchur * Nandurbar Mirchi (Chilli) * Sangli Turmeric * Sindhudurg & Ratnagiri Kokum * Vasmat Haldi (Turmeric) * Waigaon Turmeric ### [Rice, grains & pulses](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/rice-grains-and-pulses/#maharashtra)8 * Ajara Ghansal Rice * Ambemohar Rice * Amravati Chana * Bhandara Chinoor Rice * Borsuri Tur Dal * Dagdi Jowar of Jalna * Mangalwedha Jowar * Navapur Tur Dal ### [Handloom sarees & fabrics](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/handloom-sarees-and-fabrics/#maharashtra)3 * Karvath Kati Sarees & Fabrics * Paithani Saree & Fabrics * Puneri Pagadi ### [Sweets & food specialities](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/sweets-and-food-specialities/#maharashtra)3 * Chikki of Lonavala * Kolhapur Jaggery * Kunthalgiri Khawa ### [Home textiles & embroidery](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/home-textiles-and-embroidery/#maharashtra)2 * Solapur Chaddar * Solapur Terry Towel ### [Musical instruments](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/musical-instruments/#maharashtra)2 * Miraj Sitar * Miraj Tanpura ### [Paintings & paper crafts](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/paintings-and-paper-crafts/#maharashtra)2 * Sawantwadi Ganjifa Cards * Warli Painting ### [Alcoholic beverages](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/alcoholic-beverages/#maharashtra)1 * Nashik Valley Wine ### [Glass & ceramics](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/glass-and-ceramics/#maharashtra)1 * Pen Ganesh Idol ### [Jewellery & gems](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/jewellery-and-gems/#maharashtra)1 * Hupari Silver Craft ### [Leather & footwear](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/leather-and-footwear/#maharashtra)1 * Kolhapuri Chappal ### [Other crafts & goods](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/other-crafts-and-goods/#maharashtra)1 * Kavdi Maal of Tuljapur ### [Wood & furniture](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/gi/wood-and-furniture/#maharashtra)1 * Sawantwadi Wooden Craft Maharashtra questions ## Straight answers. Anything else, ask us directly. A principal replies, not a bot. [anirudh@sourcesquid.co](mailto:anirudh@sourcesquid.co) ### What does Maharashtra manufacture? Maharashtra's main strengths are auto and EV, forgings, precision engineering, textiles, jewellery, and pharma. The India Sourcing Atlas maps 8 clusters there, including Kolhapur, Mumbai – Thane and Pune – Chakan. 57 products from Maharashtra hold a registered Geographical Indication. ### Which ports serve Maharashtra? Exporters in Maharashtra usually ship through Nhava Sheva (JNPA) and ICD Nagpur. Inland container depots (ICDs) let containers clear customs close to the factory and travel to the port by rail. ### Which languages are spoken in Maharashtra's factories? Marathi is spoken on factory floors in Maharashtra, and English is used for drawings, specifications and export documents. SourceSquid's team speaks Marathi. Related states ## States with similar strengths. [Gems & jewellery · Garments & cut-make-trim · Printing & packaging**Tamil Nadu** Auto and electronics, Pumps and castings, Knitwear](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/states/tamil-nadu/)[Gems & jewellery · Chemicals & pharma · Weaving & handloom**Gujarat** Castings and pumps, Brass parts, Ceramic tiles](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/states/gujarat/)[Garments & cut-make-trim · Weaving & handloom · Forging**Haryana** Auto components, Two-wheelers and cars, Sheet metal](https://sourcesquid.co/india-atlas/states/haryana/) Start here ## Source from Maharashtra, with a team that visits in person. Send one drawing, photo or quote. We return how it is made, the right cluster and named factories, and a realistic target price. [Get a free teardown](https://sourcesquid.co/start/?state=maharashtra)[Talk to a principal](https://sourcesquid.co/contact/) Named shortlist from USD 390