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Maharashtra to Disburse Drought Relief to Farmers Ahead of Diwali
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🗓 07 Oct 2026, 06:02 PM
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The Maharashtra government announced it will provide drought aid to farmers before the Diwali festival, as stated by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Maharashtra government confirmed that it will disburse drought relief funds to farmers before the upcoming Diwali celebrations.
The state has been grappling with water scarcity in several districts, prompting the government to accelerate assistance to mitigate the impact on agricultural production.
The relief package, which will be distributed through the state's revenue department, is aimed at covering seed, fertilizer, and irrigation costs for affected farmers.
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said the initiative would help farmers meet the festive season's demands and stabilize the rural economy.
The state has been grappling with water scarcity in several districts, prompting the government to accelerate assistance to mitigate the impact on agricultural production.
The relief package, which will be distributed through the state's revenue department, is aimed at covering seed, fertilizer, and irrigation costs for affected farmers.
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said the initiative would help farmers meet the festive season's demands and stabilize the rural economy.