Manoj Jarange Patil launches ninth indefinite fast over Maratha quota demands
Manoj Jarange Patil has initiated his ninth indefinite fast in Jalna district, demanding action on Maratha reservation issues. The protest is taking place under extreme heat, with government officials attempting to negotiate with him. Jarange is insisting on the issuance of Kunbi caste certificates and other demands related to the Maratha community's rights.
- ▪Manoj Jarange Patil launched his ninth indefinite fast in Jalna district on May 30, 2026.
- ▪He is demanding the issuance of Kunbi caste certificates for the Maratha community to access OBC quotas.
- ▪Government officials, including Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, are attempting to negotiate with Jarange to end the protest.
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Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange launched his ninth indefinite fast under a scorching summer sun in Jalna district on Saturday (May 30, 2026), intensifying pressure on the Maharashtra Government over the quota issue.As the protest commenced at Antarwali Sarati village, Maratha Reservation Cabinet Sub-Committee chairman and Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil rushed to the spot to hold talks and persuade Mr. Jarange to call off the stir.The activist began the fast in Antarwali Sarati village, about 400 km from Mumbai, in the open without any canopy or protective shelter despite the intense heat.
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