New Delhi, Jan 16 (TIWN) Maharashtra Water Resources Minister Jayant Patil on Sunday offered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to set up manufacturing in the state for electric cars.

This comes after Telangana Industry and Commerce Minister K.T. Rama Rao invited Musk to set up shop in his state.  In his tweet to Musk, Patil said: "Maharashtra is one of the most progressive states in India. We will provide you with all the necessary help from Maharashtra for you to get established in India.