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Maharashtra Politics has witnessed a fresh controversy ahead of Ganeshotsav, with disagreements emerging within the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the use of DJs and loudspeakers during celebrations. While some BJP and Shiv Sena leaders have supported restrictions on noise pollution, others have opposed a blanket ban, giving the opposition another issue to target the government.

The Maratha reservation issue has once again intensified in Maharashtra as activist Manoj Jarange-Patil continues to press the state government over Kunbi certificates and reservation demands. The prolonged agitation has created fresh political pressure on the Devendra Fadnavis-led government.

Student protests have intensified in Maharashtra over alleged irregularities and a paper-leak controversy involving MPSC examinations. Opposition parties have backed the students’ demand for action, putting fresh pressure on the state government.

Maharashtra politics has entered another tense phase as Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil's indefinite hunger strike continues. The state government has announced four Government Resolutions aimed at extending education and training benefits to Maratha, Kunbi and SEBC youth, while Jarange has continued to demand a broader resolution to the reservation issue.

Discussions between Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) have intensified, with reports suggesting alliance talks and possible Cabinet representation. However, no official announcement has been made by either party.

With the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election approaching in 2027, the Samajwadi Party and Congress are working to strengthen their alliance after their improved performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Political observers believe the opposition has an important opportunity, but unity and effective seat-sharing will be crucial.