Maharashtra announces drought declaration for 265 talukas

DD India reported on 26 September that Maharashtra declared drought in 265 of its 358 talukas after deficient monsoon rainfall. The report described a 12-point relief package and directions for field assessments of crop damage, including geotagged photographs. Water, fodder and agricultural electricity supply formed part of the response. This summary records the announcement as reported on that date; individual benefits depend on the applicable government orders.