Thackeray Rallies Support Amidst Maratha Quota Protests

Uddhav Thackeray, chief of Shiv Sena (UBT), criticized the Maharashtra government on Saturday for its handling of the Maratha protest in Mumbai, where demonstrators are demanding a quota under the Other Backward Class category.

Thackeray contacted Manoj Jarange, a leader of the Maratha quota movement, as thousands gathered in south Mumbai, enduring rain and uncomfortable conditions in the absence of basic amenities. He called on party members to provide essential support such as food, water, and sanitation to the protesters.

Despite claims from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation that it provided necessary civic amenities, including medical services at the venue, protesters reported shortages and described deteriorating conditions since the protests began.

(With inputs from agencies.)