Maharashtra Govt Releases ₹116 Crore Ahead Of Diwali To Accelerate Pending Farm Access Road Projects Under Matoshree Scheme
Mumbai: In a relief to farmers amid drought-like conditions, the Maharashtra government following directions from Employment Guarantee Scheme Minister Bharat Gogawale has released Rs 116 crore for works under the Matoshree Gram Samruddhi Shet-Panand Road Scheme ahead of Diwali. Also Watch: The funds have been sanctioned as supplementary skilled grants under the State Rural Employment Guarantee…
In an encouraging move for farmers grappling with drought conditions, the Maharashtra government has released Rs 116 crore to advance pending farm access road projects under the Matoshree Gram Samruddhi Shet-Panand Road Scheme before Diwali. This supplementary skilled grant, directed by Employment Guarantee Scheme Minister Bharat Gogawale, should hasten projects that lag due to funding constraints.
The timely release aims to mitigate farmers' financial hardships and ensure timely completion of rural infrastructure, crucial for agricultural activities, especially during monsoons. The allocation addresses the need for all-weather roads connecting farms to villages and main routes, improving access to agricultural land and easing the transport of produce.
With several projects delayed due to the lack of skilled grants, the government's swift action should mitigate financial bottlenecks and accelerate work completion. The allocation underscores the government's commitment to rural development, even amidst adverse weather conditions.
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