Mumbai, Oct. 15 -- The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has contributed a sum of Rs 1.25 crore towards the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support farmers affected by the recent heavy rains in Maharashtra, according to a release.

A cheque was presented to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, by MCA President Ajinkya Naik.

The contribution includes Rs 1 crore from the Mumbai Cricket Association and Rs 25 lakh from Mumbai's senior players, as a gesture of solidarity and support to the farming community of the state, the release stated.

Speaking on the occasion, MCA President Ajinkya Naik said, "The Mumbai Cricket Association has always believed in standing by the people of Maharashtra in times of need. This contribution ...