Maharashtra Govt Allocates ₹6,728 Crore Available Under Employment Guarantee Scheme Amid Drought Conditions
Mumbai, September 29, 2026: The Maharashtra government has made available Rs 6,728 crore under the Employment Guarantee Scheme (EGS) to provide jobs and financial support to farmers, farm labourers and workers affected by the drought-like situation in rural areas, Employment Guarantee Scheme Minister Bharat Gogawale said on Monday. Funds For Rural Employment The funds will be used to generate…
Mumbai, September 29, 2026: The Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 6,728 crore under the Employment Guarantee Scheme (EGS) to address the drought-like conditions afflicting rural areas. This financial support aims to provide jobs and foster development for farmers, farm laborers, and affected workers. Employment Guarantee Scheme Minister Bharat Gogawale announced the allocation on Monday, outlining how the funds will be utilized for various projects.
The Maharashtra government plans to undertake 375 types of individual and public-benefit works, with a focus on creating lasting assets in villages. These projects include irrigation projects, cattle sheds, bamboo plantations, houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, and various water conservation initiatives. The funding distribution is set at 60% from the Centre and 40% from the state government.
In 265 talukas, the scheme will prioritize generating employment while also focusing on water conservation, agricultural facilities, and rural infrastructure development.
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