India, Nov. 9 -- The Maharashtra government has decided to establish Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) cells at the taluka level in drought-affected areas to ensure that needy patients receive timely medical treatment. Dedicated medical officers will be appointed to head these cells while healthcare services in drought-hit talukas will be strengthened through better coordination and monitoring.

Dr Rameshwar Naik, who heads the Chief Minister's Medical Assistance Cell, said that CM Devendra Fadnavis had taken the decision to give residents of these areas easier access to financial assistance and medical treatment. On November 6, the general administration department issued a government resolution approving the extension of the assistanc...