Pune Farmers Receive ₹5,000 Relief Amid Drought-Induced Crop Losses
Pune Farmers Receive ₹5,000 Relief Amid Drought-Induced Crop Losses
IN · Published Nov 9, 2026
• Farmers in Pune district have received ₹5,000 each as advance financial assistance from the Maharashtra government following significant crop losses caused by deficient monsoon rainfall.
• The district administration declared drought in 10 talukas after over 3.18 lakh hectares of agricultural land were affected during the kharif season.

Impact & Risks

The drought has severely impacted farmers in Pune district, with 65% of the kharif crop acreage damaged. Over 3.18 lakh hectares of farmland have been affected, leading to reduced yields of key crops like soybean, maize, and paddy. Farmers are struggling to manage daily expenses and prepare for the next agricultural cycle. While ₹164.27 crore has been disbursed to 3,28,542 farmers, some are still awaiting assistance due to technical issues such as incorrect bank details. The ongoing crop-loss assessment will determine further compensation, but the current situation has left many farmers in financial distress.

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