Siddhivinayak Aid : Sri Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir Trust of Mumbai has taken an important initiative to provide relief to the farmers facing the drought situation in Maharashtra. Financial assistance of Rs 10 crore has been given by the Trust to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. As the farmers are in trouble due to drought in many parts of the state, the Mandir Trust has extended a helping hand by fulfilling its social responsibility.

Drought situation in 304 talukas of Maharashtra

According to the information, out of the total 358 talukas of Maharashtra, 304 talukas are experiencing drought-like conditions this year. Farmers are facing economic crisis due to lack of rain and loss of crops. In such a situation, apart from the state government, various organizations and donors are also coming forward to help the farmers.

A check of 10 crores was handed over to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

The decision was taken by the Management Committee of Sri Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir Trust with the aim of providing financial assistance to the drought-affected farmers and the affected citizens. A check of Rs 10 crore was handed over to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on 9 November 2026. Sadananda Saravankar, Chairman of the Trust and Minister of State, and Treasurer Acharya Pawan Kumar Tripathi presented the check to the Chief Minister. This initiative of the Mandir Trust is expected to give further impetus to efforts to provide relief to drought-hit farmers and affected families.