The Maharastra State Backward Class Commission submitted its report on the social and financial conditions of the Maratha community to Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Feb 16. The report was submitted by the Commission`s Chairman, retired justice Sunil Shukre, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The report will be presented in a cabinet meeting during the special assembly session called for February 20.

On August 25, 17 people were stranded near Morbi`s Dhavana village after a tractor`s attached trolley overturned while crossing a flooded causeway. Heavy rainfall caused the water flow to become dangerously strong, leading to the accident. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was quickly mobilized following the incident. Morbi Collector KB Jhaveri reported that the SDRF has successfully rescued 10 of the stranded individuals so far, with ongoing efforts to save the remaining seven. Jhaveri highlighted the severity of the situation, emphasizing that the intense rainfall and high water levels made the causeway extremely hazardous. The SDRF is working tirelessly to ensure all individuals are safely brought to safety. The rescue operation carried in Morbi tractor accident remains a high priority as teams continue to navigate the challenging conditions to assist those still trapped.