- The India Meteorological Department is monitoring the nationwide rainfall deficit in India, with specific reports on the stalled monsoon in southern Maharashtra and heavy rain forecasts for sub-Himalayan districts.
- IMD forecasts temperature and rainfall changes across various regions of Maharashtra, including Vidarbha, Konkan, and Marathwada.
- El Niño is confirmed and strengthening in the Pacific, impacting weather patterns in Vidarbha, Marathwada, and Maharashtra.
- Humanitarian work addresses farmer distress in the state as both Vidarbha and Marathwada face severe agricultural challenges.
Farmers in Marathwada and Maharashtra face severe drought and crop losses, prompting demands for central aid.
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
Farmers in Marathwada and Maharashtra face severe drought and crop losses, prompting demands for central aid.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Leaders in Maharashtra, including Narendra Modi and Eknath Shinde, are seeking central government support to manage the severe drought conditions.Sub-event
All-party delegation demands central government assistance for drought relief in Marathwada.1 source
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The entities involved
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Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India since 2014
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Maharashtra
state in the western and central peninsular region of India
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Marathwada
region of the Indian state of Maharashtra
Related events
- Political leaders in Maharashtra and Karnataka debate drought relief and financial assistance for farmers.
- Drought impacts cotton crops in Karnataka and Maharashtra, prompting central government duty exemptions.
- Devendra Fadnavis, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, leads state government initiatives aimed at supporting farmers.
- Drought situation assessment is being conducted in both Maharashtra and Karnataka.
- The Chief Minister of Karnataka sought Narendra Modi's intervention regarding farmer issues, while Pralhad Joshi holds Union Minister portfolios.