The first day of the Maratha Morcha protests marked a food shortage for many. From lining up in the rain for a single vadapav to pushing through crowds for a pack of chiwda, several protesters reported hunger and subsequent weakness. However, things took a complete turn by Day 3.

Distribution points of bhakri, dry peanut chutney, and thecha propped up in several pockets around South Mumbai. “We prefer this because it is dry food and there are low chances of it getting spoiled,” said Ashok Gunda, from Tuljapur in Beed.

Around 50,000 bhakris were sent for the protestors from Chincholi, Beed. PICS/ADITI ALURKAR