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Maharashtra allocates Rs 90.72 lakh for tree‑plantation upkeep in 304 drought‑hit talukas
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🗓 30 Oct 2026, 05:52 PM
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The state government has released Rs 90.72 lakh to maintain tree‑plantation projects across 304 talukas facing severe drought conditions.
Maharashtra's government has announced the release of Rs 90.72 lakh earmarked for the upkeep of tree‑plantation initiatives in 304 talukas that are currently grappling with a severe drought. The allocation is intended to ensure that saplings already planted survive the harsh water‑scarcity conditions and continue to contribute to long‑term soil and water conservation.
The funds will be channelled to local administrative units responsible for monitoring plantation sites, enabling them to procure necessary inputs such as irrigation support, protective fencing, and routine maintenance staff. By targeting the most affected talukas, the state aims to mitigate the immediate impact of the drought while reinforcing its broader afforestation goals.
State officials emphasized that timely maintenance is critical to prevent the loss of young trees, which could reverse years of effort under the state's greening programmes. The financial release reflects the government's commitment to sustain environmental initiatives even amid pressing water‑related challenges.
The funds will be channelled to local administrative units responsible for monitoring plantation sites, enabling them to procure necessary inputs such as irrigation support, protective fencing, and routine maintenance staff. By targeting the most affected talukas, the state aims to mitigate the immediate impact of the drought while reinforcing its broader afforestation goals.
State officials emphasized that timely maintenance is critical to prevent the loss of young trees, which could reverse years of effort under the state's greening programmes. The financial release reflects the government's commitment to sustain environmental initiatives even amid pressing water‑related challenges.