Archive · 27 Sep 2026
Minister Links Marathwada Martyrs’ Tribute To Regional Development
Pratap Sarnaik spoke at an event about Marathwada’s liberation struggle.
He said honoring the martyrs means improving people’s lives today.
Marathwada now faces problems with water, farming, jobs, and economic growth.
Dharashiv is experiencing severe drought because of weak monsoon rains.
Farmers can lose their seeds, fertilizer, and hard work when crops fail.
Sarnaik said officials were directed to provide drinking water and fodder for animals.
He also called for crop checks and quick financial help.
For the future, he suggested saving rainwater, building farm ponds, improving irrigation, and replenishing groundwater.
Pratap Sarnaik said development for vulnerable residents is the true tribute to Marathwada’s martyrs.
He said the region’s current priorities include water security, sustainable agriculture, jobs, and economic growth.
Sarnaik recalled that Marathwada was liberated from Nizam rule on September 17, 1948.
He expressed concern over Dharashiv’s drought and promised action on drinking water, fodder, crop assessments, and financial aid.
He called for rainwater harvesting, farm ponds, expanded irrigation, and groundwater recharge to strengthen agriculture.
- Who
- Maharashtra Transport Minister and Dharashiv Guardian Minister Pratap Sarnaik addressed the gathering.
- What
- Sarnaik said regional development is the true tribute to Marathwada’s martyrs and outlined drought-relief and agricultural measures.
- When
- The event recalled Marathwada’s liberation on September 17, 1948; the ceremony’s exact date was not stated.
- Where
- The Marathwada Mukti Sangram ceremony was held in Thane.
- Why
- The event commemorated the Marathwada Liberation Struggle and addressed the region’s current development and drought challenges.
- Speaker
- Pratap Sarnaik, Maharashtra Transport Minister and Dharashiv Guardian Minister
- Event
- Marathwada Mukti Sangram ceremony
- Organizer
- Marathwada Janvikas Parishad
- Venue
- Thane
- Liberation date
- September 17, 1948
- Drought-affected area
- Dharashiv
- Proposed measures
- Rainwater harvesting, farm ponds, expanded irrigation, and groundwater recharge