Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Eknath Shinde Discusses Maratha Reservation, Local Elections
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde discussed the Maratha community's efforts to get benefits through Kunbi certificates.
The government is using old records and a village-level process to help.
He also talked about upcoming local elections where they will work with their allies.
Shinde discussed the possible benefits of reduced taxes, and improvements to Mumbai, like tackling the Mithi River.
He emphasized that the government aims for development and will act within the law.
Shinde discussed efforts to issue Kunbi certificates to Marathas based on the Hyderabad Gazette.
Local body elections are expected in the coming months, with the Mahayuti alliance contesting together.
The reduction in GST slabs is expected to boost consumer spending and benefit the economy.
Work on the Mithi River is ongoing, with an estimated completion time of 3-4 years.
Shinde stated the government is committed to development and operating within legal frameworks.
- Who
- Eknath Shinde, the Maharashtra government, Maratha community
- What
- Discussion of the Maratha reservation issue, local elections, and other government policies.
- When
- Recent interview
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To address key issues and inform the public.
OBC Groups
Maratha Community
Impact of GR
OBC Groups
OBC groups may believe the GR could be to their detriment.
Maratha Community
Marathas seek the GR to support Kunbi status.
- Key Figure
- Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister
- Main Topics
- Maratha reservation, local body elections, GST reduction, and other state matters
- Maratha Reservation
- Government issuing Kunbi certificates based on Hyderabad Gazette; aiming to resolve the issue.
- Local Body Elections
- Mahayuti alliance will contest elections together; expects elections by December.
- GST Reduction
- Reduction in GST slabs expected to increase consumer consumption and benefit the economy.
- Mithi River Project
- Multi-phase project to improve the Mithi River; expected to take 3-4 years.
Sources
Maharashtra quota row: As OBC organisations call meeting, Maratha groups file caveat to prepare for legal battle
Nanded: 1,750 Kunbi Records Found In 105 Villages During Scrutiny
Eknath Shinde at Idea Exchange: ‘In Lok Sabha, did we say they stole the votes? They got more seats, didn’t they?’
Will legally challenge 1994 GR that granted quota to OBCs if they interfere with Marathas: Manoj Jarange Patil
