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The Manoj Jarange Factor: Maratha Leader Won’t Contest Maharashtra Polls. Will This Boost MVA?

By withdrawing his support for candidates, Patil has shifted the balance in Maharashtra's politics.
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Manoj Jarange Patel’s announcement of not fielding candidates in the 2024 elections has taken many by surprise, as did his bold statement: “Elections are not won by one caste.”

By withdrawing his support for candidates, Patil has shifted the balance, with experts predicting it could benefit the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) or the All India Alliance. Join us to find out how the Maratha reservation movement of 2016 has re-emerged in 2023 after shocking footage of police action on Maratha protesters in Jalna went viral.

From fasting to demanding OBC reservation for Marathas, Jarange Patil has organised people and become a voice for change. Can his stance shape the upcoming elections? Watch this video to understand the complexities of Maharashtra politics and the possible consequences of Patil’s decision.

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