Maharashtra Declares 305 Talukas Drought-Hit, ₹5,000 Bonus for Farmers
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that 305 talukas have been declared drought-hit. To support farmers, a Diwali bonus of ₹5,000 will be credited to their accounts. The government is actively monitoring drinking water supply and addressing severe water scarcity using GPS-tracked tankers. Fadnavis also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his role in infrastructure and welfare projects in the state.
Economic Times··Maharashtra



