In a compassionate move to support those affected by the devastating floods in Maharashtra, primary teachers across the state have decided to donate one day’s salary to aid relief efforts.
Various parts of Maharashtra faced severe destruction as heavy rains devastated infrastructure and significantly impacted agricultural activities. The situation across the state has been concerning since then.
The unseasonal rains have ravaged several parts of rural Maharashtra. Farmlands have been washed away, and crops destroyed on a large scale. In response, the Maharashtra State Primary Teachers Central Association has pledged to donate one day’s salary to support relief efforts.
The association, led by General Secretary Rajesh Surve and State President Shri Keshavrao Jadhav, formally conveyed this decision in a statement submitted to the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and School Education Minister. They also urged that the collected funds be utilized directly for the welfare of flood victims through the state government.
Responding to this gesture, School Education Minister Hon. Dadaji Bhuse expressed deep gratitude towards the teaching community. “The teaching staff always comes to the rescue in difficult times in society. This contribution of teachers is definitely inspiring,” the minister added.
**Raj Thackeray Writes to CM Fadnavis Regarding Maharashtra Floods**
Earlier on Wednesday, MNS chief Raj Thackeray wrote a letter to the Chief Minister urging immediate action to support farmers who have suffered heavy losses due to continuous and extreme rainfall in parts of the state.
While sharing the letter on X, Raj Thackeray stated, “The unseasonal rains, which began in mid-May, have devastated several parts of rural Maharashtra.”
In his letter, Thackeray demanded that the state government announce a state-wide wet drought without applying strict eligibility criteria. He also criticized the current compensation of Rs 7,000-8,000 per acre as inadequate and called for a minimum compensation of Rs 30,000 per acre, highlighting that it will take at least a year for farmers to recover.
Concluding his statement, Raj Thackeray asserted that ministers should not travel to Delhi solely for political issues but also for the welfare of the state.
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