Unseasonal rains destroyed 519 lakh ha of farmland across Maharashtra in 9 years

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has acknowledged that climate change is a significant factor behind the recurring losses faced by the region.
He highlighted the unusual weather patterns affecting Marathwada, traditionally known for its rain deficiency, which is now struggling with excess rainfall.
This shift in climatic conditions underscores the pressing challenges posed by climate change to agriculture and livelihoods in the area.
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