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1,088 farmer suicides in Marathwada in 2023, up by 65 from previous year
Updated On: 22 January, 2024 05:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A report from the divisional commissioner`s office has disclosed a distressing surge in farmer suicides in Marathwada, with 1,088 cases reported in 2023. This represents a concerning increase of 65 compared to the previous year, an official said
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A report from the divisional commissioner`s office has disclosed a distressing surge in farmer suicides in Marathwada, with 1,088 cases reported in 2023. This represents a concerning increase of 65 compared to the previous year, an official said.
Breaking down the figures, Beed recorded the highest number with 269 farmer suicides, followed by 182 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, 175 in Nanded, 171 in Dharashiv, and 103 in Parbhani. Additionally, Jalna, Latur, and Hingoli reported 74, 72, and 42 suicides, respectively.
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