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Maharashtra Congress Demands Aid for Flood-Hit Farmers
Heavy rain caused a lot of damage to crops in Maharashtra.
The Congress party wants the government to officially declare a 'wet drought' and give money to farmers to help them.
They are asking for ₹50,000 per hectare.
The government is assessing the damage to decide how much aid to give.
The Chief Minister says aid will be given after evaluating the damage.
The Congress party also wants support for families who have lost loved ones in the flood.
Maharashtra Congress demands a 'wet drought' declaration after heavy rains.
Congress calls for Rs 50,000 per hectare in financial aid for affected farmers.
Heavy rains caused flooding and crop damage across multiple districts.
The Chief Minister stated that crops on 14 lakh hectares were damaged.
Government aid will be provided to farmers after damage assessment.
- Who
- Maharashtra Congress, affected farmers, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- What
- Maharashtra Congress demands financial assistance for farmers affected by heavy rains and crop damage.
- When
- Ongoing, following recent heavy rains.
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- Due to significant crop damage caused by heavy rainfall and flooding.
Congress Perspective
Government Perspective
Financial Aid for Farmers
Congress Perspective
Immediate financial assistance of Rs 50,000 per hectare is needed to support the farmers, and a 'wet drought' must be declared.
Government Perspective
Government aid will be given after assessment.
- Damage Assessment
- Ongoing
- Requested Aid
- Rs 50,000 per hectare
- Affected Crops
- Over 15 lakh acres damaged
- Government Response
- Aid after assessment
Sources
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