Actual aid decision for drought-hit farmers after ground-level assessment: Sunetra Pawar
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar announced that drought relief for farmers in 265 talukas will be determined following a ground-level assessment. The government has introduced 12 relief measures, including fee concessions and employment programs.
Why it matters
Effective drought management is essential for the economic stability of the agricultural sector and the survival of rural communities in India.
With the Maharashtra government declaring drought in 265 of the 358 talukas on Saturday (September 26, 2026), Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar said the actual assistance to farmers will be decided after the ground-level assessment.
She said the government has announced 12 relief measures, including concessions in students' educational fees and the start of employment guarantee works.
According to a Government resolution (GR), 265 drought-affected talukas cover 74% of the State.
Ms. Pawar said the situation in Marathwada is difficult, with crops damaged or dried up and farmers facing problems related to drinking water and fodder for cattle.
She said the 12 relief measures for drought-affected areas include concessions in students' educational fees and the starting of employment guarantee works.
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