Protest erupts in Maharashtra over Maratha community's demand for quota Speak Out India

Violent protests have erupted in parts of Maharashtra over the Maratha community's demand for quota in government jobs and education. The protests escalated after a man jumped into the river in Aurangabad yesterday. Calling the death "unfortunate", Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today appealed for peace in the state and said the government was serious about a resolution.