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Education
Maharashtra Tribal Students Hunger Strike; Minister Urges End, Govt Ready to Meet Demands
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🗓 28 Aug 2026, 08:24 AM
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Tribal students in Maharashtra have started a hunger strike to press for their demands. State minister has appealed for the protest to be called off, saying the government is prepared to address the issues raised.
A group of tribal students in Maharashtra began a hunger strike to highlight long‑standing grievances related to education and basic amenities. The protest, organized by student representatives, seeks prompt government action on issues such as inadequate infrastructure, scholarship delays and lack of culturally relevant curricula.
State Minister for Tribal Welfare publicly urged the students to end the fast, emphasizing that the administration is ready to engage with their representatives and resolve the pending demands. The minister stressed that continued agitation could disrupt academic activities and affect the welfare of the broader tribal community.
Government officials have indicated that a meeting with student leaders will be scheduled within days to discuss concrete steps, including the allocation of additional funds and the formation of a monitoring committee. The ministry affirmed its commitment to improving tribal education outcomes while respecting the students' right to peaceful protest.
State Minister for Tribal Welfare publicly urged the students to end the fast, emphasizing that the administration is ready to engage with their representatives and resolve the pending demands. The minister stressed that continued agitation could disrupt academic activities and affect the welfare of the broader tribal community.
Government officials have indicated that a meeting with student leaders will be scheduled within days to discuss concrete steps, including the allocation of additional funds and the formation of a monitoring committee. The ministry affirmed its commitment to improving tribal education outcomes while respecting the students' right to peaceful protest.