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Maharashtra is parched, but here’s why drought can’t be declared before October

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Maharashtra cannot declare drought before October 1 because three months of rainfall data must show a 15% deficit—currently only 10% short. Reservoirs stay below 50% capacity, but elections on October 23 and governance distractions, including Amogh Kaloti’s order on Tata Sons’ land deal, have pushed relief efforts back. Officials wait for monsoon progress before assessing drought, leaving farmers without central aid or state support until then.

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  1. Maharashtra is parched, but here’s why drought can’t be declared before October - The Indian Express

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  1. 1d agoBiennial elections for five MLC Graduate, Teachers’ seats to be held on October 23 - The Hindu
  2. 1d agoWho is Amogh Kaloti, the Maharashtra official whose order became key to Tata Sons battle - Business Today
  3. 1d agoMaharashtra is parched, but here’s why drought can’t be declared before October - The Indian Express

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