Tragic Rise in Farmer Suicides in Maharashtra's Amravati Division
A recent report has unveiled a distressing trend in Maharashtra, where 257 farmers have committed suicide in the Amravati division from January to June this year. Yavatmal district has been particularly affected, with 178 suicides recorded. The data, released by the divisional commissioner, highlights the urgent need for addressing the agricultural crisis in the region. This alarming situation calls for immediate attention and intervention to support the farming community and prevent further tragedies.
| Jul 11, 2025, 09:48 IST
Farmer Suicides in Maharashtra
Between January and June of this year, a staggering total of 257 farmers took their own lives in the Amravati division of western Vidarbha, with Yavatmal district recording the highest number of 178 suicides. This information was shared by an official on Thursday.
The data comes from a report released by the Amravati divisional commissioner on July 4. According to the report, the suicide figures include 101 farmers from Amravati district, 90 from Akola, 178 from Yavatmal, 91 from Buldhana, and 67 from Washim.