Maharashtra CM Fadnavis: Farmers Will Receive Aid Despite Technical Criteria Amid Drought

The Maharashtra government has announced that it will provide financial assistance to farmers suffering from the severe drought, irrespective of the technical eligibility criteria normally required for such aid. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the state will relax the rules to ensure timely relief for those most affected by the water scarcity. The decision comes as the drought has left large swaths of agricultural land parched, threatening crop yields and farmers’ livelihoods. While the exact amount and distribution mechanism remain to be finalized, the government has pledged to expedite the process and make the funds available to affected districts as soon as possible.