Maharashtra declares drought, approves ₹291.91 crore relief for flood-hit farmers

Maharashtra government has set up a drought mitigation panel and approved ₹291.91 crore in relief for farmers affected by floods, following deficient rainfall in parts of the state during 2026. The drought declaration covers talukas identified under the Kharif season's Trigger-1 assessment. This is a state-level response to adverse weather, with implications for agricultural output and rural livelihoods in the affected regions.

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