Maharashtra government approves ₹291.91 crore for farmers hit by heavy rainfall
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Why in news
The Maharashtra government approved ₹291.91 crore in financial assistance for farmers affected by heavy rainfall between June and August 2026.
Background
The Maharashtra government sanctioned ₹291.91 crore for rainfall-hit farmers. A high-level committee headed by the Chief Minister will oversee soil and water conservation projects to mitigate drought impacts.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact₹291.91 crore: Amount approved by Maharashtra government for rainfall-affected farmers.
- FactJune to August 2026: Period of heavy rainfall for which assistance was approved.
- PostChief Minister: Head of the high-level committee for soil and water conservation projects.
Prelims practice question
Which official leads the high-level committee overseeing soil and water conservation projects in Maharashtra?
- (a)District Collector
- (b)Chief Minister
- (c)Agriculture Minister
- (d)State Secretary
Show answer
Answer: (b) Chief Minister — The note states that a high-level committee headed by the Chief Minister will oversee soil and water conservation projects.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of state-led soil and water conservation projects in mitigating the dual challenges of drought and flooding in Maharashtra.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal constraint: Balancing immediate disaster relief payouts with long-term infrastructure investment
- Institutional oversight: Role of high-level committees in ensuring equitable distribution of relief funds
- Climate resilience: Transitioning from reactive disaster relief to proactive soil and water conservation
Keywords: agricultural distress · disaster mitigation · soil conservation · fiscal assistance · climate resilience
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