Nanded, 26 Mar (HS): In additional relief to farmers

Maharashtra Government has waived stamp duty on farm or crop loans up to Rs 2

lakh. The decision will be applicable from January 1, 2026. The directions

relating to the decision have been issued by the Joint Inspector General of

Registration and Superintend of Stamp Duty, Pune.

The stamp duty will not be charged on documents

relating to agreements, mortgage, and other documents related to crop loans up

to Rs 2 lakh. The banks, credit societies and finance agencies have been

instructed to strictly follow the directives.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar