Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde emphasized the state government’s dedication to comprehensive progress during his response to the Last Week Resolution in the Legislative Council. The government’s commitment spans various sectors such as agriculture, industry, infrastructure, and law and order. As part of honoring Balasaheb Thackeray’s birth centenary, a campaign named the ‘Hinduhridaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Urban Public Welfare Campaign’ will be launched to make Mumbai and its environs slum-free.
Measures aimed at farmers were outlined by Shinde, including a loan waiver for those with outstanding loans as of September 30, 2025, providing relief of up to Rs 2 lakh. Additionally, farmers who consistently repay loans are receiving incentives of up to Rs 50,000. Notably, an amount of Rs 1,798.78 crore has been disbursed to more than 89.75 lakh farmers.
Regarding urban development, Shinde disclosed that cluster development for slums exceeding 50 acres in Mumbai has been sanctioned. These slums will be officially recognized based on biometric surveys, with the tender process set to commence. To enhance the viability of Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) housing, the corpus fund has been augmented. Furthermore, the previous 30-year restriction on redeveloping old houses has been relaxed, allowing residents to qualify for 300 sq. ft. homes.
