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BJP Leaders Urge Drought Declaration for Latur Amid Crop Decline
✍️ India Today
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 04:38 PM
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BJP leaders in Maharashtra’s Latur district have requested the state government to declare a drought as crops wither and water sources dry up.
BJP leaders in Maharashtra’s Latur district have formally asked the state government to declare a drought in the region. The request comes after farmers reported that crops are wilting and local water bodies are drying up.
The leaders cited a severe shortage of rainfall and dwindling groundwater levels as key reasons for the appeal. They argue that a drought declaration would unlock emergency relief measures for affected farmers.
Latur, an agricultural hub in the Marathwada region, has faced repeated crop failures in recent years. The current situation has heightened concerns among the farming community.
The state government has yet to respond to the request, but officials have acknowledged the growing pressure from local leaders and farmers.
The leaders cited a severe shortage of rainfall and dwindling groundwater levels as key reasons for the appeal. They argue that a drought declaration would unlock emergency relief measures for affected farmers.
Latur, an agricultural hub in the Marathwada region, has faced repeated crop failures in recent years. The current situation has heightened concerns among the farming community.
The state government has yet to respond to the request, but officials have acknowledged the growing pressure from local leaders and farmers.