In Manjari village, on the outskirts of Pune, tribal students have been protesting for over two weeks with a hunger strike against the Maharashtra government, which they say has not heard them for years. They hope this time their need for better quality education and hostel infrastructure will be seen, and the Supreme Court-mandated employment assured nine…
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Why it matters
Adivasi students are withholding food to force action on basic conditions—education quality, hostel facilities, and court-mandated employment opportunities—that the Maharashtra government has not addressed despite prior demands.
Most affected
Adivasi students in Maharashtra — Protesting poor education, hostel conditions, and unfulfilled employment guarantees via hunger strike.
Likely next
Whether the Maharashtra government responds to the students' specific demands or agrees to meet with protest representatives.