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Varsha Bungalow is the official residence of the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. It is situated in Malabar Hills, Mumbai. [1]

The 12,000 sq ft bungalow has a complex with an office for the CM, a waiting hall and a meeting area, a pantry to cater to the visitors and other amenities. [2]

It is protected by the special protection team of the Maharashtra Police trained specially in the academy.

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References

  1. "Maharashtra CM's 'Varsha' Bungalow Being Renovated at Rs 92 Lakh: PWD". News 18. 16 December 2020.
  2. "CM completes 100 days in office, moves into Varsha - Indian Express". www.indianexpress.com. Retrieved 9 November 2016.