Abhijeet Dipke, founder of a political party, has expressed support for a Maratha reservation activist. The activist, Manoj Jarange Patil, has been on a hunger strike for 14 days. Dipke met with Patil and inquired about his health. He then called on the government to engage in talks with the activist. Dipke warned against using force, citing a similar situation involving a climate activist. Further details about the situation and Dipke's statement are available.
The activist's hunger strike began on August 29 and is related to demands for Maratha reservation.
Dipke's party has taken a stance on the issue, with its founder urging the government to hold discussions with the activist.
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