Maharashtra to table ‘Women Farmers Empowerment Bill’ during upcoming Monsoon Session (opens original article in a new tab)

Maharashtra plans to introduce the Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026, during the Monsoon Session to grant legal recognition to women farmers and improve their access to government schemes and services.

• Maharashtra government will introduce Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026, during Monsoon Session starting June 22
• Bill aims to provide legal recognition to women farmers and improve access to welfare schemes and institutional support
• Digital system will be developed to help women farmers access loan schemes, agricultural subsidies, seeds, fertilizers, and other services