Maharashtra Govt declares 265 of 358 talukas drought-affected

Maharashtra Govt declares 265 of 358 talukas drought-affected

Maharashtra Govt declares 265 of 358 talukas drought-affected

Maharashtra declares drought in 265 tehsils, covers nearly three fourths of state

The decision came two days after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, following a tour of rain deficit areas, said the government would soon issue the drought notification.

Water, Fodder Crisis Looms As Drought-Like Conditions Hit 255 Talukas

Drought-like conditions are affecting 255 of Maharashtra’s 358 talukas, with crop losses and concerns over drinking water and fodder shortages.

Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas, announces 12-point relief package

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Saturday declared drought conditions in 265 of the state's 358 talukas following deficient monsoon rainfall during the 2026 Kharif season and announced a comprehensive relief package for affected farmers and rural households. The state's Relief and Rehabilitation Department issued the declaration through a Government Resolution (GR) after the implementation of Trigger-1 guideli…

Maharashtra brings 265 talukas under Trigger-1 drought measures; relief measures announced

The Maharashtra government has brought 265 talukas across the state under the first-stage drought trigger (Trigger-1)…

Maharashtra Declares 265 Talukas Drought-Affected As Rainfall Deficit Worsens

The Maharashtra government has declared 265 out of 358 talukas in the state as drought-affected following a prolonged shortage of rainfall. The decision covers nearly 74% of the state and comes amid growing concerns over crop damage, water availability and the impact on farmers and agricultural workers. The declaration follows Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ visits […]