Saralnama68.9 lakh hectares of kharif crops were damaged by floods in Maharashtra. CM Devendra Fadnavis announced a ₹31,678-crore flood relief package. It's the largest flood-relief package in state history. NCP Minister Babasaheb Patil sparked controversy with remarks about farm loan waivers. He later backtracked, saying he didn't mean to hurt farmers. Other Mahayuti ministers also faced criticism for various issues. The CM warned Cabinet colleagues in July to avoid controversies. BJP leaders worry these incidents harm the alliance's image. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar may address the recent comments with Patil. (Updated 11 Oct 2025, 07:13 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 68.9 lakh hectares of kharif crops were damaged by floods in Maharashtra
- CM Devendra Fadnavis announced a ₹31,678-crore flood relief package
- It's the largest flood-relief package in state history