NDTV·2 min read·easy
Drought-Hit Maharashtra Farmers To Get Rs 5,000 Aid Before Diwali
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The Maharashtra government has announced a financial aid package of Rs 5,000 for drought-affected farmers. The funds are scheduled to be deposited before the Diwali festival to provide immediate relief.
Why it matters
This highlights state-level intervention in agricultural crises and the use of direct benefit transfers to support rural populations during festivals.
Devendra Fadnavis also said Rs 5,000 would be deposited in farmers' bank…
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