The Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 is scheduled for introduction in the Monsoon Session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly beginning June 22, 2026. The bill aims to recognise and strengthen the rights of women farmers regarding land ownership, access to agricultural credit, and inclusion in farming decision-making. Maharashtra has one of the highest concentrations of women in agriculture, particularly in Vidarbha and Marathwada regions.
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Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill 2026 to Be Introduced in Monsoon Session Beginning June 22
Key Points
- The Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 is scheduled for introduction in the Monsoon Session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly beginning June 22, 2026
- The bill aims to recognise and strengthen the rights of women farmers regarding land ownership, access to agricultural credit, and inclusion in farming decision-making
- Maharashtra has one of the highest concentrations of women in agriculture, particularly in Vidarbha and Marathwada regions
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• Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill 2026: Monsoon Session (from June 22, 2026) • Maharashtra CM: Devendra Fadnavis (BJP); Governor: C.P. Radhakrishnan • Maharashtra Legislature: Vidhan Sabha (288 seats) + Vidhan Parishad; capital Mumbai + Nagpur (winter) • India: women perform ~80% of food production activities (FAO estimate)
