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From Pawar to Shinde, Maratha-OBC quota row leaves parties in a bind ahead of Maharashtra polls

The Maratha demand to grant Kunbi certificates to all Marathas in order to grant them an OBC quota, and the OBC community’s opposition to these demands, have left Maharashtra’s political stalwarts in a bind ahead of the assembly polls.

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‘Credit for split’ in Shiv Sena and NCP should be given to Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, says Fadnavis

Mr. Fadnavis discusses split in Shiv Sena, NCP and PM Modi's claims about Adani, Ambani funding Congress.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha election: Congress banks on ‘silent’ women beneficiaries of guarantee schemes

The role of women voters and their impact on the election results of 28 Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka is being keenly watched. While the Congress seems to be confident of securing their support from the guarantee schemes, the Opposition BJP is pushing the “Modi Ki Guarantee” narrative of development.

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Panchamasalis to relaunch agitation through convention in Kalaburagi on March 12

With the Lok Sabha polls on the anvil, the Panchamasali Lingayat Reservation Agitation Committee has planned to re-launch an agitation through its mega convention in Kalaburagi on March 12, to press for its long-pending demand for inclusion under Category 2A and bringing all Lingayat sub-castes under central OBCs list.

The Hindu

Maratha quota stir: As Jarange-Patil clashes with Bhujbal, Fadnavis promises no injustice to OBCs

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis assures that the BJP will protect the rights of the OBC community in Maharashtra.

The Hindu

Maratha quota | Bhujbal, Rane criticise Maharashtra government

OBC leader and Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Chhagan Bhujbal and Union Minister Narayan Rane fear the Maratha quota would encroach on the rights of Other Backward Communities and lead to unrest in Maharashtra

The Hindu

Maratha leaders must put a stop to Jarange-Patil’s designs, says OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal

Maharashtra cabinet Minister and other backward class (OBC) leader Chhagan Bhujbal exhorted top Maratha leaders in Maharashtra to put a stop to Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil’s activities that were holding the State government and the public “hostage”, while warning that even the OBCs could create pressure and cause political…

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Marathas cannot share OBC quota pie: Prakash Ambedkar

Prakash Ambedkar explains why Marathas & OBCs must have separate quotas for progress in Maharashtra & why Mohan Bhagwat won't discuss Constitution.

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Bhujbal vs Jarange Patil verbal duel escalates amid Maratha quota stir

Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal alleged there was a threat to his life from Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil, who demanded Bhujbal not be given more powers.

The Hindu

Won’t heed anyone’s advice as I believe I’m on the right track, says Chhagan Bhujbal

Chhagan Bhujbal, NCP leader and Maharashtra Minister, sparks controversy with his comments on Maratha reservation issue and against pro-quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil. He believes Marathas should get a separate quota instead of eating into OBC's share. He calls Jarange Patil 'immature, illiterate, and arrogant' for threatening government

The Hindu

Maratha quota demand | Maharashtra’s winter of caste discontent

The Maratha demand for reservation in government jobs and education is on the boil once again, led by a man from the arid Marathwada region, Manoj Jarange-Patil.

The Hindu

Marathas have always been magnanimous community, never discriminated on basis of caste, says Jarange-Patil

Maratha quota activist Jarange-Patil warns those against Maratha reservation will be "struck down"; Bhujbal refutes claims of speaking out against Marathas; Jarange-Patil claims Marathas have been denied rightful reservation; Bhujbal says he was forced to respond to Jarange-Patil's insults. Marathas never discriminated on basis of caste, now leaders they helped…

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After OBC rally to counter Jarange Patil, Wadettiwar distances himself from Bhujbal

Congressman and Maharashtra Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Vijay Wadettiwar said there should not be any fight or rift between the OBC and the Maratha communities

The Hindu

To counter Maratha quota onslaught, OBC leaders to stage rally in Jalna

OBC leaders to stage rally in Maratha quota activist's stronghold to counter him. Rally to be attended by influential leaders from across party lines. OBC leader Prakash Shendge says rally will be "historic" & country will see OBC camps coming together. Jarange Patil's demand of OBC certificates for Marathas by…

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OBCs fully support Maratha reservation; some leaders playing spoilsport, claims Jarange Patil

Maratha activist warns govt. of no respite till quota is given by Dec 24; OBCs in rural hinterland back demand; Marathas have been deprived of quality education; Tensions between Marathas and OBCs have heightened; Jarange Patil's Statewide tour to start on Nov 15. Maratha activist warns govt. of no respite…

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Maratha vs OBC friction over quota causes schism within ‘Mahayuti’ allies

Tussle between Maratha & OBC communities strains Mahayuti parties; CM urges restraint; OBC leaders oppose Maratha quota; Pankaja Munde visits Kshirsagar family; Dhangar community demands ST quota.

The Times of India

Assembly elections: Rahul Gandhi vows to prioritize farm loan waiver, caste census in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reiterated his commitment to waiving off farm loans in Chhattisgarh on Sunday and also strongly defended the party's stance on a caste census, stating that its outcome would mark the beginning of a new chapter in the progress and development of Other Backward Classes (OBCs),…

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‘Never opposed caste survey’ but decision cannot heighten social tensions, says Fadnavis

He challenged the Congress party to announce an OBC Prime Ministerial face for the 2024 general election.

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In the run-up to Telangana polls, parties weigh caste representation, reservations

Caste exerts significant influence in Indian electoral politics, permeating every aspect of the democratic process. It profoundly shapes voting patterns, with voters often aligning with candidates from their own caste or those perceived as representing their caste’s interests.

The Hindu

A census for a new deal

The Bihar caste survey inaugurates not the re-enaction of the old Mandal politics of narrow caste-based patronage, but the coming-of-age of a subordinate class-based politics

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Maratha agitation vs OBC backlash | BJP between a rock and a hard place

Maratha quota agitation intensifies, forcing govt to expedite process; OBCs fear benefits being taken away. BJP launches 'OBC Jagar Yatra' to assuage OBCs, but faces challenge from Congress in Vidarbha. BJP's OBC vote-bank shifted during Fadnavis' tenure, with OBC leaders blaming him for their defeats.

The Hindu

The impact of the Bihar caste survey | Explained

Bihar govt. publishes caste survey report, showing EBCs & OBCs make up 63% of population. Report likely to increase reservation quota & revive 'mandal vs kamandal' politics. Ruling coalition parties say they will review welfare schemes for poor & marginalised sections.

The Hindu

In OBC pitch, Rahul Gandhi rests Congress hopes

Mr. Gandhi himself led the charge in the Lok Sabha, accusing the BJP of excluding OBC communities from power. Only three of the 90 Secretaries in the Union government were from the OBC category, he pointed out.

The Hindu

As pro-Maratha quota activist refuses to relent, Shinde holds all-party meet

Eknath Shinde held an all-party meeting late evening in Mumbai to break the impasse under the shadow of intensifying tensions between the Maratha and OBC communities across Maharashtra

The Hindu

Vishwakarma Yojana is being used as pretext for Varnashrama Dharma, says Thirumavalavan

VCK founder Thirumavalavan charges Viswakarma Yojana of being disguised as loan scheme to implement Varnashrama Dharma. Dravidar Kazhagam and CPI leaders support him, saying it is a ploy to discourage certain castes from education. They call for eradication of RSS to ensure peace in India. #VCK #DravidarKazhagam #CPI #RSS #VarnashramaDharma…

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