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Maharashtra Declares Drought in 72% of Talukas, Announces Relief Measures

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The Government of Maharashtra declared drought conditions across 265 of the state’s 365 talukas, which constitute nearly 72 percent of the state. The declaration, made via a Government Resolution on September 26, 2026, was under the Trigger 1 drought protocol. The conditions were due to deficient rainfall during the 2026 kharif season, with the highest concentration of affected talukas in Vidarbha and Marathwada. The Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister toured affected areas, including Latur district, to assess the situation.

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The government announced various relief measures to mitigate the agricultural crisis. These measures include concessions in land revenue and steps related to crop loans, such as restructuring and deferment of recovery for agriculture-related loans. The declaration impacts the agricultural sector across the state.

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  • Devendra FadnavisChief Minister who toured affected regions to assess the drought situation.
  • Eknath ShindeChief Minister who participated in the assessment tour of drought-affected areas.
  • MaharashtraThe state facing severe agricultural distress due to drought conditions.
  • MarathwadaThe region experiencing the highest concentration of the drought-affected talukas.
  • Government of MaharashtraThe state body responsible for issuing the drought resolution and financial assistance.

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  1. Devendra Fadnavis and Nitin Patil are seeking solutions to address water shortages in residential nodes.Sub-event
  2. Assessment tour underway in Marathwada due to drought conditions.1 source

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