As the clock struck midnight, Laxmi signed the cover page: Public Works Department, Maharashtra State, District Schedule of Rates, Financial Year 2017-18 (Effective from 1st April 2017).

Maharashtra Public Works Department (PWD) District Schedule of Rates (DSR) for 2017-18

: This document contains the finalized rates for road, bridge, and building works effective from June 14, 2017. You can view or download it via unofficial sources like Scribd - Maharashtra e-DSR 2017-18 .

"Because they are factoring in 'batta' (idle charges) for the monsoon delays typical in Kolhapur," Patil replied.

Always confirm the applicable DSR period mentioned in your specific contract’s “Scope of Work” and “Payment Terms” clauses. For work ordered before 31st March 2018, the DSR 2017-18 is your binding reference.