Maratha Activist Manoj Jarange-Patil to Travel Alone to Mumbai

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange-Patil has announced a change in his plans for the proposed Mumbai protest.

He will travel to the city alone on September 15 instead of arriving with a large group of supporters.

Addressing a press conference at Antarwali Sarati, Jarange said he would leave for Mumbai at 11 am on September 15 and urged supporters not to accompany him initially.

He said he would travel with one vehicle, or at most two, along with two ambulances as a precaution.

Jarange alleged that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and the state government were attempting to create trouble during the proposed agitation by using the festive season and potentially sending people into the rally to provoke clashes.

He alleged that such a situation could lead to the Maratha community being blamed for violence.

Jarange also alleged a conspiracy to kill him and create trouble during his proposed peaceful march.

He said he would not succumb to pressure or back down from his demands.

The Azad Maidan Police have denied permission for Jarange's proposed indefinite hunger strike and protest at Azad Maidan from September 19.

Police cited conditions governing protests at Azad Maidan, including restrictions on the duration and timing of agitations, the number of participants, vehicle parking and protesters' conduct.

Jarange said he would follow the Constitution and comply with court directions, but objected to government rules being applied selectively.

He maintained that his decision to travel alone would not mean backing down from his demand for Maratha reservation.

The Maratha community has been demanding reservation in government jobs and education for several years.

The community has been holding protests and rallies across the state to press for their demands.

The state government has been facing criticism for its handling of the Maratha reservation issue.

The government has been accused of not doing enough to address the community's demands.

The situation remains tense, with the Maratha community determined to continue their agitation until their demands are met.

The state government will have to find a solution to the issue to avoid further unrest.

The Maratha reservation issue has been a major challenge for the state government.

The government will have to balance the demands of the Maratha community with the needs of other communities in the state.

In conclusion, the Maratha reservation issue remains a major challenge for the state government.

The government will have to find a solution to the issue to avoid further unrest and ensure that the demands of the Maratha community are met.