Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has warned crop insurance companies of strict action, including registering FIRs against officials, if they show stubbornness in settling valid claims of farmers affected by unseasonal rainfall.

Speaking to reporters, Pawar said farmers in the state are in deep trouble due to unseasonal rainfall that has damaged cotton, soybean and other crops. The insurance companies should fulfil their responsibility, as the damages are clearly visible, he said.