Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said in the press conference that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed 25 years as the head of government. On this occasion, a congratulatory resolution has been passed mentioning his tenure in the Maharashtra Cabinet and his contribution to the national service.
CM Fadnavis said that along with providing basic facilities like housing, drinking water and toilets to the poor, he presented a new model of good governance. The proposal states that under his leadership, 'One Nation, One Tax' system in the form of Goods and Services Tax (GST) was implemented in the country, which strengthened the Indian economy.
He also informed that efforts to enhance India's capability in the defense sector and strengthen national security were also mentioned. The resolution highlights the contribution of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 25 years of public life and service to the nation, while mentioning important developments in the country, including the construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Also, the Chief Minister announced that before Diwali, the Maharashtra government will give financial assistance of Rs 5,000 in the accounts of farmers. The aim of the government is to provide financial relief before the festival to the farmers suffering from drought and crop loss, so that they have some money in their hands during Diwali and can meet the needs of the festival.
The Maharashtra government had earlier declared drought in 265 tehsils. Now 40 more tehsils have been included in this list. With this, the total number of tehsils declared drought affected in the state has increased to 305.
Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and important members of the State Council of Ministers attended this meeting.