Mumbai, September 3
A day after Manoj Jarange called off his hunger strike, Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal on Tuesday said discussions are being held with legal advisors about the decision of the government.
"... I want to urge the protestors that we are talking to legal experts about the decision of the government... Ganeshotsav is going on, and keeping this in mind, I want to urge our leaders and party workers that we are paying attention to this matter, and discussions are being held with legal advisors. If we find anything wrong with it, we will explore the necessary legal route..." Bhujbal told reporters here.
The Maharashtra Cabinet has decided to form a six-member cabinet subcommittee for Other Backwards Classes (OBC) community issues following the Maratha reservation decision, with two ministers from each party.
This move aims to address the concerns of OBCs community issues, signalling the government's efforts to provide relief.
Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange has been pressing to include all Marathas under the Kunbi category, a sub-caste classified under the OBC category, which will help the community avail of the benefits of reservation in government jobs and education.
On Tuesday, Jarange ended his indefinite fast at Azad Maidan, in Mumbai, after accepting the Government Resolution (GR) presented by the Maharashtra cabinet sub-committee on Maratha quota, as he broke down in tears, calling it a "Diwali" for the community.
Earlier, the Bombay High Court adjourned the Maratha quota matter, stating that it expects some development by then.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good that they're being cautious with legal advice. Reservation issues need careful handling to avoid future court challenges. The six-member committee seems like a balanced approach.
As someone working in HR, I hope this decision considers the long-term impact on merit-based recruitment. Reservation should help uplift communities without compromising quality.
Jarange calling it "Diwali" for the community shows how emotional this issue is. Hope the government delivers on its promises this time. Too many empty assurances in the past.
The OBC community's concerns also need to be addressed properly. Can't just keep adding groups to existing quotas - need comprehensive solution that doesn't harm any community.
Timing with Ganeshotsav is smart politics. Hope this resolution brings real peace and not just temporary calm. Maharashtra needs stability for development.
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