Maharashtra government waives farm loans for 56 lakh farmers

mathrubhumi.com (Malayalam)

Maharashtra's cabinet approved a farm loan waiver of 36,585 crore rupees, benefiting 56 lakh farmers. The decision, delayed by election code of conduct, will waive crop loans up to 2 lakh rupees for eligible farmers. Those who regularly repay loans will receive a 50,000 rupee concession. Farmer organizations welcomed the move, urging swift implementation to ensure farmers can access new crop loans.


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