Shiv Sena, a constituent of BJP-led government of Maharashtra, today criticised in Lok Sabha the Devendra Fadnavis dispensation over handling of the drought situation and water shortage.
Putting forth his point in Marathi, Pratap Rao Jadhav said the state government provides Rs 1 lakh as compensation to farmers but gives Rs 2-3 lakh to those who die after getting drunk.
Jadhav, who represents Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency, demanded that the compensation should be increased to Rs 5 lakh, with the Centre paying up the remaining share.
He also demanded a separate budget for agriculture.
The Shiv Sena member also criticised the state government for not opening enough cattle camps for grazing in the state, saying it is leading to people selling off their cattle.
Jadhav said there are only 371 cattle camps in 4 districts, whereas 28 districts are reeling under drought.
Calling for better management of tanker services in villages, the Sena MP said the villagers should at least get 40 litres of water and 45 litres of water for the cattle.
He also pressed for recovery of loans from businessmen like Vijay Mallya for using the money to help farmers to recover from debt.
The Shiv Sena, which was once a senior partner in the state, shares an uneasy relationship with the BJP.
