Mumbai, Sept. 23 -- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday provided a detailed update on the ongoing flood situation in the state, stating that nearly 17 divisions of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are actively involved in rescue operations across affected regions.

Addressing reporters after a cabinet meeting, Fadnavis confirmed the large-scale deployment of rescue teams and assured immediate compensation for farmers affected by the floods.

"Almost 17 divisions of the NDRF and the SDRF are working on the rescue operations. We have decided to provide immediate compensation to the farmers...This money will be transferred to the farmers' accounts within the next 10 ...