Mumbai Police seek clarification from Manoj Jarange over 'contradictory' statements on proposed protest
Mumbai Police have issued a notice to activist Manoj Jarange regarding his proposed protest, citing contradictory statements about the scale of the event. Jarange, who is on a hunger strike for Maratha reservation, plans to continue his journey to Mumbai despite health concerns.
Why it matters
The situation highlights ongoing tensions regarding reservation policies and the management of public demonstrations in India.
The Mumbai Police have issued a notice to fasting Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange , seeking clarification on "contradictions" in his statements about his proposed protest in the State capital, officials said on Wednesday (September 16, 2026).
The move comes after the police repeatedly denied Mr. Jarange permission to stage a demonstration at Azad Maidan in South Mumbai.
Officials said Mr. Jarange had initially submitted a letter stating that he would protest alone, accompanied by only 50 people. However, officials said a large crowd of supporters was seen accompanying him as he set off for Mumbai from Jalna district on Tuesday (September 16, 2026).
In the notice dated September 15, the police asked Mr. Jarange to provide detailed information about the planned demonstration, including the list of volunteers, the total number of people attending, and details of the vehicles being used.
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