Maharashtra gets festive boost: 73 lakh farmers receive Rs 5,000 Diwali advance

Mumbai, Nov 4 (UNI) Bringing significant festive cheer to the agrarian community, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Wednesday that advance drought relief of Rs 5,000 has successfully reached the bank accounts of 73 lakh farmers across the state. Speaking to media persons, the Chief Minister stated that the remaining disbursements will be cleared within the next two days, ensuring that nearly 95 per cent of eligible beneficiaries receive their interim financial aid ahead of Diwali. Minor technical delays involving bank account discrepancies are actively being resolved, he added. Bolstering the state's rural support framework, CM Fadnavis further announced…