Manoj Jarange, a Maratha quota activist from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, issued a strong warning to the state government regarding the upcoming elections. He emphasized that unless the government addresses the Maratha community's demand for reservation, it will face serious repercussions. Jarange called for a large gathering of Marathas at a Dasara Melava event in Beed district and stressed that he will not compromise on any demands, including the withdrawal of criminal cases against community members. He warned that if the government ignores the Maratha community's requests, there will be consequences in the upcoming polls. Jarange urged unity among Maratha community members in their fight for reservation, emphasizing that this issue is about dignity and equality. He criticized some within the ruling party for hindering progress, and noted that political parties cannot afford to alienate a community that makes up a significant portion of the state's population. Despite some promises from the government to address the issue, progress has been slow, leading to growing discontent within the Maratha community.