Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has expressed support for students protesting in an ongoing agitation. He appealed to those on hunger strike to end their fast, citing concerns for their health after six days of protest. Thackeray acknowledged the students' determination and strength, assuring them that ending the hunger strike would not mean an end to the fight for their demands.

The students are protesting near the S M Joshi Bridge. Further details about the agitation and the students' demands are available.

Aaditya Thackeray's backing of the students includes a plan to approach the MPSC, with the students calling for the resignation of the MPSC chairman.