The Economic Times

NCP(SP) MPs meet PM Modi, seek Bharat Ratna for Phules, Sathe and Tukadoji Maharaj, raise Maharashtra issues

NCP(SP) MPs, led by Supriya Sule, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. They presented several Maharashtra-specific demands, including Bharat Ratna for social reformers. Bajrang Sonawane requested increased financial aid for MPs under the PM CARES Fund. The MPs also highlighted the severe drought situation in Beed district. They sought immediate relief measures and water release from Ujani dam.