# Pune tribal student hostel protests

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pune-tribal-student-hostel-protests
> Updated: 2026-08-27T16:22:17.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Tribal students in Pune, Maharashtra, have conducted a 13-day hunger strike to demand improved hostel facilities and better student welfare. Protesters, including activist Suchitra, argued that current hostel locations require long commutes that interfere with their studies. 

The protest has drawn political attention, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urging Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to resolve the grievances within 10 days. While some local leaders accused the government of neglecting tribal students, Shiv Sena leader Arun Sawant defended the administration, noting that 5,270 crore rupees have been allocated for tribal welfare, including schools and employment, for the 2025-26 period.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Manoj Jarange Patil to launch hunger strike over Maratha reservation

Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil begins an 11th hunger strike in Jalna, demanding Kunbi caste certificates and threatening a mass march to Mumbai if government demands are not met.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manoj-jarange-patil-announces-hunger-strike-for-maratha-reservation

### 2026-08-25: Pune tribal students hold 13-day hunger strike over hostel demands

Tribal students in Pune are protesting via a 13-day hunger strike over hostel and welfare issues, prompting Rahul Gandhi to write to CM Devendra Fadnavis while political leaders debate the government's response

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pune-tribal-students-hold-13-day-hunger-strike-over-hostel-demands

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