For MPSC aspirants, staying updated with Maharashtra-specific current affairs is just as important as studying static subjects. Many questions in both Prelims and Mains are directly linked to recent state-level developments, government decisions, and policy initiatives. Reading daily current affairs in a structured way helps in building strong conceptual clarity and improves answer writing.
I am writing about the Daily Maharashtra Current Affairs for 16 February 2026 to give aspirants a focused and exam-oriented summary of important developments from the state. These topics are selected based on their relevance to the MPSC syllabus and their potential to be asked in upcoming examinations.
Maharashtra Approves Free School Bag Scheme for Classes 1 to 8
The Maharashtra government has approved a major scheme to provide free school bags to students of Classes 1 to 8 studying in local authority schools.
Key points:
- Financial limit of ₹165 crore approved
- Around 41 lakh students to benefit
- Aims to support Right to Education Act and NEP 2020 goals
Exam relevance:
- Social welfare schemes
- Education reforms
Complete Waiver of Exam Fees for Students in Disaster-Hit Areas
The state has approved a complete waiver of examination fees for higher and technical education students from 282 disaster-hit talukas for the academic year 2025–26.
Key points:
- Applicable to non-agricultural universities and affiliated colleges
- Implemented with immediate effect
Exam relevance:
- Disaster management
- Education policy
Review of 38 Government-Aided Sainik Schools
Maharashtra has initiated a comprehensive review of 38 privately managed, government-aided Sainik Schools due to concerns over poor performance.
Key points:
- Seven-member committee formed
- Focus on quality standards and NDA success rate
Exam relevance:
- Defence education
- School governance
Approval for Four Cardiac Cath Labs
The state government has sanctioned nearly ₹100 crore to set up four cardiac catheterisation laboratories in Pune, Jalna, Gadhinglaj and Kolhapur.
Key points:
- Administrative approval of ₹99.85 crore
- Aims to strengthen tertiary healthcare
Exam relevance:
- Health infrastructure
- Public health policy
Revised RTE Admission Rules in Maharashtra
RTE admissions will begin with revised rules, including a one-kilometre school distance limit and mandatory document upload at the application stage.
Key points:
- Parents can choose up to 10 private unaided schools
- All within 1 km radius
Exam relevance:
- Education governance
- Child rights
CET Cell Extends Registration Deadline
The state CET Cell has extended online registration for LLB, B.Ed.-M.Ed. and B.P.Ed. admissions till February 28, 2026.
Exam relevance:
- Higher education administration
Over 1.1 Lakh Teachers Above 50 Without TET
State data shows that more than 1.1 lakh teachers above 50 years of age do not have TET qualification and must clear the exam by September 2027.
Exam relevance:
- Teacher recruitment and qualification norms
- Judicial impact on education policy
How to Use These Current Affairs for MPSC Preparation
From my experience:
- Link news with syllabus topics
- Make short notes
- Revise regularly
- Practise answer writing
