Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil ended his hunger strike after submitting a 12-point demand charter to the Maharashtra government.
The decision followed discussions with Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil and BJP MLC Prasad Lad at his native village.
Patil emphasized the need for a dedicated Ministry for the Maratha community.
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Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil has ended his hunger strike after presenting a 12-point charter of demands to the Maharashtra government. The development came after a meeting with Maharashtra Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe-Patil and BJP MLC Prasad Lad at Patil's native village. The activist had been on a hunger strike to press for the rights and welfare of the Maratha community.
One of the key demands in the charter is the establishment of a separate Ministry dedicated to addressing the concerns of the Maratha community. Patil emphasized that such a Ministry would ensure focused attention on the socio-economic and educational upliftment of the community. The other demands in the charter have not been disclosed in detail but are believed to address long-standing issues faced by the Marathas.
Minister Vikhe-Patil assured Patil that the government is committed to addressing the concerns raised and will review the demands in consultation with relevant stakeholders. The meeting, which was described as constructive, marks a significant step in the ongoing dialogue between the Maratha community and the state government.
Patil’s hunger strike had drawn widespread attention, with many rallying behind his cause. His decision to end the fast has been welcomed by supporters and political leaders alike, who hope for swift action on the demands presented.