Maharashtra Passes Bill for Farmers

The Maharashtra government passed a new law to help farmers with disputes over farm access roads and rights-of-way.

The law allows notices to be sent by post or email, provides police protection to farmers if someone doesn't follow the court's orders, and gives more powers to local officers.

Some farmers and leaders, like Raju Shetti, say the law is not enough because it doesn't address the issue of measuring land accurately.

They believe measuring land would reduce disputes and make the courts' work easier.

The law was welcomed by many lawmakers who think it will make the courts work faster and be more transparent.