Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced relief measures for drought-affected areas. These measures include stopping loan recovery and helping with loan restructuring. Adequate fodder supplies will also be ensured.

The announcement was made during a rally where a state-wide initiative was launched. This initiative is part of a welfare drive organized to mark a milestone in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public service.

Further details about the relief measures and the initiative are available, including information about distributions of items such as bicycles and sewing machines.