Women Farmers Empowerment Bill passed unanimously in Maharashtra Assembly

Women Farmers Empowerment Bill passed unanimously in Maharashtra Assembly

In a landmark move, the Maharashtra Assembly on Thursday (July 2, 2026) unanimously passed the Women Farmers’ Empowerment Bill, aimed at recognising women farmers so they get access to welfare schemes which have traditionally benefited men. It will next be tabled in the Maharashtra Legislative Council. This is the first…