Maharashtra sets up drought mitigation panel, approves ₹291.91 crore relief for flood-hit farmers
Soil and Water Conservation Minister Sanjay Rathod said the committee would monitor conservation projects undertaken through non-governmental organisations, including Paani Foundation and Chandra Foundation, as part of the state’s drought mitigation efforts. | Photo Credit: Emmanual Yogini. The Maharashtra government on Monday (November 1, 2026) announced measures to address drought and flood-related agricultural distress across…