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Agriculture
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis to Celebrate Diwali with Drought‑Stricken Farmers
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 12:15 AM
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Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that he will spend Diwali with farmers battling severe drought in Maharashtra, pledging support and relief measures.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said he will join drought‑affected farmers in Maharashtra for the Diwali festivities, marking a symbolic gesture of solidarity. The announcement came amid reports of prolonged water scarcity across several districts, which has reduced crop yields and heightened farmer distress.
Fadnavis pledged that the state government will accelerate water‑conservation projects, extend credit facilities, and expedite the release of pending drought relief funds. He also promised to convene a task force to monitor the implementation of these measures and to ensure that assistance reaches the most vulnerable farming families.
The Diwali celebration is planned to include a communal prayer, distribution of essential supplies, and a public address by the chief minister outlining the government's long‑term strategy for drought mitigation. Agricultural officials said the event aims to boost morale among farmers while highlighting the state's commitment to agricultural resilience.
Local farmer groups welcomed the gesture, noting that visible political support during a major festival could help draw national attention to the ongoing water crisis. They urged the administration to translate promises into concrete actions before the upcoming planting season.
The event is scheduled for the evening of Diwali in a central location to be confirmed by the state’s agriculture department, with media coverage expected from both regional and national outlets.
Fadnavis pledged that the state government will accelerate water‑conservation projects, extend credit facilities, and expedite the release of pending drought relief funds. He also promised to convene a task force to monitor the implementation of these measures and to ensure that assistance reaches the most vulnerable farming families.
The Diwali celebration is planned to include a communal prayer, distribution of essential supplies, and a public address by the chief minister outlining the government's long‑term strategy for drought mitigation. Agricultural officials said the event aims to boost morale among farmers while highlighting the state's commitment to agricultural resilience.
Local farmer groups welcomed the gesture, noting that visible political support during a major festival could help draw national attention to the ongoing water crisis. They urged the administration to translate promises into concrete actions before the upcoming planting season.
The event is scheduled for the evening of Diwali in a central location to be confirmed by the state’s agriculture department, with media coverage expected from both regional and national outlets.