On September 24, 2026, Devendra Fadnavis, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, conducted a tour of Marathwada, a region severely affected by drought. During his visit, he assessed the dire conditions faced by farmers. This tour comes at a time when reports indicate that over two-thirds of the state is grappling with drought, impacting agricultural productivity and threatening the livelihoods of numerous families.
Fadnavis took the opportunity to critique the previous Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government's decision to dismantle the water grid project which, according to him, would have significantly mitigated the water scarcity issues currently plaguing Marathwada. He stated that the lack of a robust water infrastructure has exacerbated the challenges for farmers who rely heavily on irrigation for their crops.
- Criticism of previous government — He emphasized the detrimental impact of the MVA’s water grid project cancellation on agricultural sustainability.
The Deputy Chief Minister's visit included meetings with local leaders and farmers, where he listened to their grievances and concerns. Many farmers expressed their desperation as crops have failed and water sources have dried up. Fadnavis assured them that the government is committed to finding solutions.
As the situation continues to develop, Fadnavis's efforts signify a proactive approach to addressing the agricultural distress in Maharashtra.
