Manoj Raosaheb Jarange (born 1 August 1982),[1] also known as Manoj Jarange Patil, is an Indian activist fighting for the Marathas to be recognized as an OBC group. He is based in the state of Maharashtra, India.[2]
Early life
Jarange, born in Maratha caste, is originally from the Matori village of Shirur Kasar (previously in Gevrai TQ.) tehsil in Beed district, settled in Shahagad.[3] Jarange Patil and his wife Sumitra are parents to 3 daughters and a son. He is the youngest of four brothers and lives with his mother and father.[4] He joined the Maratha reservation movement 15 years ago. Later, he founded the Shivba Sanghatana (English translation: Shivaji organisation) to organize protests.[5][6]
Activism
Template:See also Jarange gained attention during a hunger strike in September 2023 at Antarwali-Sarathi village.[7]
He led a protest march, part of the Maratha Kranti Morcha and Sakal Maratha Samaj, from his hometown in Jalna, originally intended for Azad Maidan in South Mumbai starting 26 January 2024. The aim was to advocate for expanding Kunbi Other Backward Class certification to Marathas, enabling them to access OBC benefits, including a 27 percent reservation in government jobs and education in the state.[8] In continuation of the protest, Jarange-Patil began fasting in Vashi, Navi Mumbai. But it ended on 27 January 2024, when Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde assured that the Maratha community would receive OBC benefits until securing a reservation.[9]
On 29 August 2025, he led another protest march across Mumbai.[10] Multiple road closures brought traffic to a standstill, leaving residents to bear the brunt of the chaos. He ended his protest on 2 September 2025 when the Maharashtra government finally agreed to his demand.[11][12]
In popular culture
- Sangharsh Yoddha Manoj Jarange Patil, a 2024 Marathi-language film directed by Shivaji Doltade.[13]
- Aamhi Jarange, a 2024 Marathi-language film starred Makarand Deshpande in the leading role.[14]
References
- ↑ मनोज जरांगे पाटील, मराठा आरक्षणाचे आंदोलक:शेती विकली, घर तारण ठेवले, तरीही मराठा समाजाचा सेवायज्ञ ठेवला तेवत. Divya Marathi. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
- ↑ Jarange-Patil announces another hunger strike next month in Mumbai; Maharashtra CM says SC to take up hearing on Maratha quota. The Hindu(2023-12-23). Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Antarwali Sarathi: Centre of Maratha reservation movement. Lokmat Times(2023-09-06). Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ↑ Maratha Reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil: Inspiring Journey and Achievements. Maratha Reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil: Inspiring Journey and Achievements. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ Who is Manoj Jarange Patil ? Leader Of Maratha Quota Protest. Times Now(2024-01-27). Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Manoj Jarange-Patil breaks new ground in Maharashtra, Bose, Mrityunjay. Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Who is Manoj Jarange-Patil, man at forefront of Maratha quota agitation. Hindustan Times(2024-01-24). Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Mumbai News Highlights: As Shinde govt expands Kunbi status for Marathas, OBCs ready to take fight to court. The Indian Express(2024-01-27). Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Maratha quota stir | Jarange Patil ends protest in the presence of Chief Minister Shinde. The Hindu(2024-01-27). Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ↑ Maratha quota stir | Manoj Jarange Mumbai Morcha. The Economic Times. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
- ↑ Maratha Morcha: Protesters disperse as Manoj Jarange ends hunger strike.. Midday(2 September 2025). Retrieved 2 September 2025.
- ↑ Maratha Protest Latest Update: 'We Have Won..Will Leave Azad Maidan By 9 PM If Demands Met', Says Manoj Jarange.. The Free Press Journal(2 September 2025). Retrieved 2 September 2025.
- ↑ Sangharsh Yoddha Teaser Out: A Biopic on Maratha Quota Activist Manoj Jarange Patil. Lokmat Times(2024-03-04). Retrieved 2024-03-05.
- ↑ EXCLUSIVE: Makarand Deshpande to play Manoj Jarange-Patil in a biopic. The Times of India(2024-05-13). Retrieved 2025-11-29.
External links
- Manoj Jarange Patil collected news and commentary at The Indian Express
- Manoj Jarange Patil collected news and commentary at The Times of India