# Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas amid rainfall deficit

> After the Maharashtra government declared 265 of the state’s 358 talukas drought-affected amid a rainfall deficit and prolonged dry spells, the Opposition on Saturday demanded swift implementation of relief measures for farmers facing crop losses and other affected people.

- Published: 2026-09-26T13:02:36.362Z
- Updated: 2026-09-26T13:02:36.362Z
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- Topics: Politics
- Involves: Maharashtra Government, declaration that 265 of the state's 358 talukas were drought-affected, government resolution stating the drought declaration covers 74 per cent of the state, relief measures including restructuring of crop loans and deferment of recovery of agriculture-related loans

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- 2026-09-26T13:02:36.362Z - Telangana Today: [Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas amid rainfall deficit](https://telanganatoday.com/maharashtra-declares-drought-in-265-talukas-amid-rainfall-deficit)

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