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Maharashtra Passes Women Farmers' Empowerment Bill — Unanimously
The Hindu·Friday, 3 July 2026
The Maharashtra Assembly passed the Women Farmers' Empowerment Bill without a single opposing vote. The Chennai-based M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation played a key role in drafting the legislation. The bill was passed as M.S. Swaminathan was remembered in the House.
Why It Matters
This directly affects women who farm in Maharashtra — one of India's largest agricultural states. It could set a precedent for other states to follow.
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