Nagpur, Oct. 17 -- Maharashtra Congress spokesperson Atul Londhe on Saturday criticised the BJP for organising lavish Garba events amid drought-like conditions and farmers' distress in the state, alleging that crores of rupees were being spent on festivities while affected farmers were receiving only Rs 5,000 in financial assistance.
Addressing a press conference here, Londhe said 305 talukas in Maharashtra were facing drought-like conditions, with farmers struggling to sustain their livelihoods and livestock facing a shortage of fodder.
He said rising inflation had added to the hardships of ordinary people, many of whom were struggling to afford drinking water, educational expenses and preparations for the upcoming Diwali festival.
Lond...