Mahadev A. Jadhav

Why do farmers commit suicide in Marathwada?

Poor land holding capacity, lack of irrigation facilities and inability to repay loans taken for agricultural and personal use are some reasons for the pitiful state of many farmers.

Dilip R. Khairnar

Madhurani J. Bhosale

Posted on 17 Jan, 2016 09:11 PM

Marathwada, one of the most drought prone areas in Maharashtra, continues to be in the news over the last few months due to the severe agarian crisis that the region has been facing and the very high rates of farmers suicides.

Droughts in Marathwada (Source: India Water Portal)

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