Maharashtra

Oxford of the East. Cost of living is moderately priced. Marathi dominant but very cosmopolitan. Hindi and English work everywhere.

The city that never sleeps. Cost of living is one of the pricier metros. Hindi, English, Marathi all work. Extremely migrant-friendly; strong PSU and corporate culture.

Wine capital and grape city of India. Cost of living is moderately priced. Marathi dominant; Hindi widely understood. Comfortable for most Indians.

Orange city, centre of India. Cost of living is one of India's more affordable options. Marathi-speaking but Hindi is common. Geographically central; accepting of outsiders.