Pawar Urges Fadnavis to Declare Drought, Provide ₹50,000 per Hectare Aid to Farmers
Pawar says 31 of 36 districts have received below-average rain and wants immediate relief as crops wither and drinking water and fodder supplies tighten.
- On Friday, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis promised government support for drought-affected farmers, stating crop damage assessment panchnamas will begin after October 5.
- NCP supremo Sharad Pawar urged the government to immediately declare rain-deficit talukas as drought-hit and provide Rs 50,000 per hectare in financial assistance for affected farmers.
- Controversy erupted after a viral video showed ministers and officials being served dry fruits during a Nanded district collectorate meeting to assess the drought, triggering sharp Opposition criticism.
- Acknowledging the backlash, Fadnavis stated that serving dry fruits should have been avoided and officials must exercise sensitivity when farmers face distress.
- The state's agricultural crisis stems from a 19% rainfall deficit since June 1, with Marathwada recording a severe 69% deficit, exacerbating water and fodder shortages.
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Karnataka drought list to cross 200 taluks; losses touch Rs 18,000 cr
Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced that over 200 taluks are likely to be declared drought-affected after phased assessments. The state has convened a special legislative session to discuss the crisis, farmer assistance, and seek significant financial relief and loan waivers from the Union government, while also alleging a "step-motherly attitude" from the Centre regarding fund releases.
Karnataka drought list may cross 200 taluks as assessment continues
Karnataka expects more than 200 taluks to be declared drought-affected as assessments continue. A Special Session will frame relief demands, farmer support measures and the state's case before the Centre.
Sharad Pawar urges Maharashtra government to declare drought, provide ₹50,000 per hectare relief
Instead of taking a decision based solely on the average district figures, the actual damage should be considered together based on taluka-wise rainfall, crop condition, and declare drought, says NCP (SP) leader Sharad Pawar
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