Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange issued a strong warning to the state government, stating that severe consequences will follow if elections proceed without addressing the Maratha community's demand for reservation. Jarange announced a major gathering during the Dasara festival in Narayangadh of Beed district, urging Marathas to join in large numbers. He emphasized that he will not compromise on any demands, including the withdrawal of criminal cases against Maratha community members statewide. Jarange cautioned that if the state government continues to neglect the Maratha community's demands, it will face backlash in the upcoming polls and regret its decision to proceed with elections without addressing the Maratha reservation issue. He called for unity among Maratha community members in their fight for reservation, highlighting that it is not just about reservation but also about dignity and equality for a community facing significant challenges at the grassroots level. Jarange criticized some within the ruling party for creating obstacles and refusing proper recognition for the entire Maratha community, proposing reservation within the existing OBC quota. As political parties, including the ruling coalition, hesitate to take a clear stance on the matter, discontent is growing within the community due to the slow progress in resolving the issue, despite promises from Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's administration.