Archive · 17 Aug 2025
BJP MLC Downplays Maratha Quota Activist's Agitation
Manoj Jarange, a Maratha quota activist, is planning a protest in Mumbai.
He wants the government to recognize all Marathas as Kunbis, a group that already gets benefits, and to provide them with reservations in jobs and education.
A BJP leader, Parinay Fuke, is saying not to take Jarange seriously and that Maratha youths should use an existing Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) quota.
Jarange is urging the community to join the Mumbai agitation, calling it a crucial battle for their future.
BJP MLC Parinay Fuke said Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange should not be taken seriously.
Fuke suggested Maratha youths use the EWS quota.
Jarange plans a Mumbai agitation starting August 29th.
Jarange demands all Marathas be recognized as Kunbis for OBC status and reservation.
Jarange urges community to participate in Mumbai agitation.
- Who
- Manoj Jarange, Parinay Fuke (BJP MLC), and Maratha community.
- What
- A dispute over Maratha reservation and response from a BJP MLC.
- When
- The article was published on August 17th, and a Mumbai agitation is planned for August 29th.
- Where
- Mumbai and Gondia.
- Why
- The Maratha community is seeking reservation in jobs and education.
Maratha Quota Activist Stance
BJP MLC Stance
Reservation and Recognition
Maratha Quota Activist Stance
Jarange demands all Marathas should be recognized as Kunbis to be eligible for OBC status and reservation.
BJP MLC Stance
BJP MLC believes the activist should not be taken seriously and the youths should use the EWS quota.
- Activist
- Manoj Jarange
- Political Party
- BJP
- Location of Planned Agitation
- Mumbai
- Agitation Start Date
- August 29
- Demands
- Recognition as Kunbis, Reservation