Manoj Jarange, a fervent activist championing the cause of Maratha quota rights, has entered the ninth day of his hunger strike in Maharashtra's Jalna district. His health condition has significantly worsened prompting doctors to initiate intravenous fluid treatment due to severe dehydration. PTI reported that Jarange's blood pressure has registered below the normal range. 

Jarange started his hunger protest on August 29, seeking a prompt resolution to the Maratha quota issue. In a determined move, he declared his intent to cease drinking water and fluids if a favorable decision regarding the Maratha quota is not reached.