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Maratha Quota Protest: The Maratha quota protest in Mumbai has entered its fourth day on Monday as the protestors vow to not move from Azad Maidan until their demands are met. Manoj Jarange, the activist leading the protest, has emphasised that he will not drink "a single drop of water" from Monday, adding that he would even brave “bullets” for the demands of the Maratha community. Jarange, along with his supporters, has been protesting at the key Mumbai ground since Friday, seeking a 10 per cent quota for Marathas under the Other Backward Class (OBC) category. Earlier on Sunday, the Maharashtra government stated that it will seek a legal opinion on the matter, as the past court orders have nullified such demands. Here are the key updates regarding the ongoing Maratha quota protest:

Maratha quota protest: Here are the latest updates

- Manoj Jarange has stated that he would not even drink water from today if the demands are not met. Jarange emphasised that "no force" can convince him to call off the protest, adding that he is even ready to take a bullet for the supporters.

- The Maharashtra government on Sunday assured that a legal opinion will be sought to meet the demands of the protestors. State minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil held two back-to-back meetings on the ongoing issue.

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- The Mumbai traffic police stated that the vehicular movement in the southern region of the city will be disrupted, especially during the morning hours. The authority has advised the commuters to follow the guidelines and plan their travel accordingly to avoid any inconveniences.

- The protestors blocked the way of NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule's car and raised slogans against Sharad Pawar, former Maharashtra chief minister and NCP (SP) chief.

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- The traders have urged the government to take necessary steps to vacate the ground, as the protest is affecting the financial activities.