Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Maharashtra launched four new schemes for funding businesses, agriculture and skill development. The schemes were launched are expected to benefit 'Maratha' community. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis launched the schemes at the Sahyadri guest house, saying that the schemes will train youngsters in developing skills in agriculture and industries, besides funding enterprising endeavors. The state will back financially to help farmers and youngsters. The state will bear the interest of the loans taken from various banks. Those active in the field of agriculture, small-scale industries, self-help groups and farm product companies will also be eligible for the funding.