Maharashtra Forest Minister and Palghar guardian minister Ganesh Naik said on Sunday that the Palghar district would emerge as the "fourth Mumbai", stressing that it would play a key role in boosting India's trade and economy, reported news agency PTI.

Talking about the Vadhvan Port, which will be India's largest deep-water port with an investment of Rs 76,220 crore, Ganesh Naik said the project will turn the district into a progressive and economically vibrant region, reported PTI.