Maharashtra Deputy CM Faces Allegations of Conspiring Against Maratha Quota Activist
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil accuses Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of plotting to deny quota benefits and threatening his life, sparking a political controversy.
- Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil accuses Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis of plotting against the Maratha community and threatening his life.
- Chief Minister Eknath Shinde warns Jarange not to test the government's patience, hinting at legal action against his aggressive stance.
- Jarange claims Fadnavis is attempting to kill him and alleges a conspiracy involving false allegations and potential poisoning.
- The Maharashtra Assembly recently passed a bill for Maratha quota benefits, but Jarange demands reservations under the OBC category for certain sub-castes.
- Political leaders from various parties react to the controversy, with some criticizing the BJP's handling of the quota issue ahead of elections.
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