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Activist Begins Hunger Strike in Jalna, Demands ₹1,000 Crore for Brahmin Community Education
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🗓 29 Aug 2026, 10:33 PM
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An activist in Jalna, Maharashtra, has started a hunger strike demanding a Rs 1,000‑crore fund and free education for the Brahmin community.
Jalna, Maharashtra – On Tuesday, a local activist commenced a hunger strike outside the district collector's office, calling for a dedicated Rs 1,000 crore fund to support free education for members of the Brahmin community. The protester, who did not disclose his full name, said the demand aims to address perceived educational disadvantages faced by the community.
The activist announced that the fast will continue until the state government formally acknowledges the request and allocates the proposed financial package. He urged political leaders, civil society groups, and the media to amplify the issue, emphasizing that the fund would cover scholarships, school infrastructure, and tuition fees for Brahmin students across Maharashtra.
District officials confirmed that they have been informed of the hunger strike but declined to comment on the specific demand. No other groups have publicly supported or opposed the protest as of now.
The move has drawn attention from regional political parties, some of which have called for a dialogue, while others warned that allocating funds on a caste basis could set a contentious precedent. The activist said he will end the fast only after a written commitment from the government.
The situation remains fluid, and authorities are monitoring the health of the protester while assessing the broader implications of the demand on state education policies.
The activist announced that the fast will continue until the state government formally acknowledges the request and allocates the proposed financial package. He urged political leaders, civil society groups, and the media to amplify the issue, emphasizing that the fund would cover scholarships, school infrastructure, and tuition fees for Brahmin students across Maharashtra.
District officials confirmed that they have been informed of the hunger strike but declined to comment on the specific demand. No other groups have publicly supported or opposed the protest as of now.
The move has drawn attention from regional political parties, some of which have called for a dialogue, while others warned that allocating funds on a caste basis could set a contentious precedent. The activist said he will end the fast only after a written commitment from the government.
The situation remains fluid, and authorities are monitoring the health of the protester while assessing the broader implications of the demand on state education policies.