Maharashtra's 2024 Budget: Major sops for women, farmers, and fuel

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published June 28, 2024 Published June 28, 2024

Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

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Fuel Tax Reduction

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Annapurna Yojana

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Dairy Farmers' Subsidy

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Electricity Bill Waiver

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Educational Fee Waiver

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Unity Mall Project

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Farmer Compensation

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Har Ghar Nal Initiative

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Pink E-Rickshaws Scheme

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