Maharashtra government urges drought-hit farmers to complete e-KYC, obtain Farmer IDs to access benefits

Mumbai The Maharashtra government’s Relief and Rehabilitation Department on Saturday (November 14) urged drought-affected farmers across the State to complete their e-KYC verification and obtain Farmer IDs at the earliest to ensure they can access financial assistance and benefits under various Central and State government schemes.

Also read | Drought-stricken Beed: Land of parched fields and broken promises https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/maharashtra/drought-stricken-beed-land-of-parched-fields-and-broken-promises/article71689837.ece The appeal comes in the wake of the State government’s decision to provide advance financial assistance to drought-affected farmers before Diwali.

According to the department, completing the necessary registration and verification procedures is essential for eligible beneficiaries to receive funds directly in their bank accounts.