Manoj Jarange-Patil To March To Mumbai For Maratha Quota
· India · Hindustan Times, Indian Express
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil announced he will travel to Mumbai on Tuesday with a small group of associates to push for his demand for reservation under the Kunbi category. This decision follows a police denial of permission for his proposed indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan, which was scheduled to begin on September 19. Police cited potential disruptions to public services and the ongoing Ganeshotsav festivities as reasons for the refusal. Jarange-Patil has instructed his supporters to remain where they are for now while he proceeds with his journey. He stated that he intends to change his strategy to avoid risks to his supporters while maintaining his core demands.
Why it matters
The protest poses a significant law-and-order challenge for Mumbai authorities, potentially impacting public transport, healthcare, and judicial services in the city.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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