Beed, July 12, 2024 – The call for Maratha reservation under the OBC category continues to gain momentum as a peaceful awareness rally was held in Beed yesterday under the leadership of prominent leader Manoj Jarange Patil. The rally saw significant participation from the Maratha community, voicing their demands for inclusion under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) quota.
Manoj Jarange Patil, at the forefront of this movement, emphasized the necessity of granting Kunbi certificates to all those who seek it. “Every individual who identifies as Maratha should be issued a Kunbi certificate,” stated Patil, reinforcing the community's stand on the matter. He further cautioned that the Maratha community would not remain silent until their demand for reservation under the OBC category is met.
The peaceful rally in Beed was marked by orderly protests, chants, and speeches, all aimed at highlighting the socio-economic challenges faced by the Maratha community and the urgent need for reservation to ensure equal opportunities.
In continuation of this movement, another Maratha reservation awareness rally is set to take place in Jalna today. The rally will commence from Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Chowk at 10 AM and is expected to witness a large turnout from the local Maratha populace. The agenda remains consistent – advocating for the rightful inclusion of Marathas in the OBC category and the issuance of Kunbi certificates.
Background and Significance
The Maratha community has been advocating for reservation under the OBC category for several years, citing historical and socio-economic disadvantages that have hindered their progress. The issuance of Kunbi certificates, which classifies individuals as part of the agrarian Kunbi caste within the OBC category, is seen as a crucial step towards securing these reservations.
Manoj Jarange Patil and other leaders have been pivotal in organizing such rallies to raise awareness and pressurize the government to accede to their demands. The peaceful nature of these protests underscores the community’s commitment to achieving their goals through non-violent means.
Implications
The ongoing rallies and the steadfast demands from the Maratha community are likely to keep the pressure on the government to address these concerns. The success of these rallies in Beed and Jalna could serve as a catalyst for similar movements in other regions, further amplifying the call for Maratha reservation.
As the movement progresses, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the growing demand for inclusion in the OBC category. The outcome of these rallies and subsequent governmental actions will significantly impact the socio-political landscape of the region.
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