Over 33 Lakh Maharashtra Farmers To Benefit From State Flood Relief Package

The Maharashtra government has sanctioned Rs 3,258 crore in financial assistance for farmers who suffered losses due to excess rainfall and floods in 23 districts.

Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Makarand Jadhav Patil announced today (18 October) that the aid will benefit 33.65 lakh farmers across the state.

The latest tranche forms part of a broader relief effort, with the government approving the disbursement of Rs 5,364 crore through multiple resolutions over the past two days.

Earlier this week, the state government approved an aid of Rs 1,356.30 crore for 21.66 lakh affected farmers, with funds credited directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts.

Heavy rainfall and floods in September severely affected Marathwada and adjoining regions, destroying crops on 68.69 million hectares across the state.

The torrential downpours particularly impacted districts including Beed, Dharashiv, Latur, Parbhani, and Nanded in the Marathwada region, alongside parts of western Maharashtra.

Earlier this month, the state government announced a compensation package of Rs 31,628 crore for farmers.

The comprehensive relief package includes cash compensation, assistance under employment guarantee schemes, and support for livestock losses and damaged homes.

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