Maharashtra CM's Major Support to Farmers: Rs 15,000 Crore Compensation Revealed
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that his government has compensated farmers with Rs 15,000 crore over two years due to adverse weather conditions. He discussed his preference for using a helicopter to visit his farm, saving time to resolve more issues. The government also relaxed norms to maximize compensation for affected farmers.
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday announced that his government provided Rs 15,000 crore in compensation to farmers affected by adverse weather conditions over the last two years.
Speaking at an event, Shinde mentioned his preference for helicopter travel to his village in Satara district, highlighting that it saves time which he utilizes to address more public issues.
He emphasized his government's commitment by relaxing norms to ensure maximum compensation for farmers hit by weather adversities and noted that Rs 44,000 crore has been spent on various farmers' schemes.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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