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Agriculture
Maharashtra enacts law for women farmers amid recognition gap
✍️ Vajiram & Ravi
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 01:46 PM
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Maharashtra has introduced legislation aimed at supporting women farmers, but activists say a significant recognition gap remains.
The Maharashtra state government has passed a new law intended to address the specific needs of women engaged in agriculture. The legislation seeks to formalise their role in farming, improve access to resources and create a framework for state support.
Despite the legal step, women farmer organisations have highlighted a persistent recognition gap. They argue that official records and benefit schemes continue to overlook many female cultivators, limiting the law's practical impact.
State officials acknowledge the concerns and have pledged to streamline registration processes and raise awareness among rural administrations. The effectiveness of the law will depend on how quickly these measures translate into tangible benefits for women on the ground.
Despite the legal step, women farmer organisations have highlighted a persistent recognition gap. They argue that official records and benefit schemes continue to overlook many female cultivators, limiting the law's practical impact.
State officials acknowledge the concerns and have pledged to streamline registration processes and raise awareness among rural administrations. The effectiveness of the law will depend on how quickly these measures translate into tangible benefits for women on the ground.