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Politics
Manoj Jarange persists with hunger strike over Kunbi certificates, enters day two
✍️ Mid-Day
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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Activist Manoj Jarange continued his hunger strike on the second day, demanding issuance of Kunbi community certificates.
Manoj Jarange, a prominent activist, began a hunger strike to press for the issuance of Kunbi community certificates. The protest, first reported by Mid-Day, entered its second day on Tuesday, with Jarange reaffirming his resolve.
The Kunbi certificates are sought by members of the Kunbi caste to obtain benefits linked to their social classification. Jarange’s demand centers on the timely release of these documents, which he says are essential for the community’s access to government schemes.
Despite the physical strain of fasting, Jarange remained steadfast, stating that he would not abandon the fast until the authorities address the certificate issue. The continuation of the strike underscores the growing frustration within the Kunbi community over perceived delays.
Mid-Day’s coverage highlights that the protest has drawn attention from local stakeholders, though no official response has been recorded as of the second day of the hunger strike.
The Kunbi certificates are sought by members of the Kunbi caste to obtain benefits linked to their social classification. Jarange’s demand centers on the timely release of these documents, which he says are essential for the community’s access to government schemes.
Despite the physical strain of fasting, Jarange remained steadfast, stating that he would not abandon the fast until the authorities address the certificate issue. The continuation of the strike underscores the growing frustration within the Kunbi community over perceived delays.
Mid-Day’s coverage highlights that the protest has drawn attention from local stakeholders, though no official response has been recorded as of the second day of the hunger strike.