The Mahavikas Aghadi recently called for a Maharashtra Bandh in response to the increasing number of serious crimes against women in areas like Badlapur and Kolhapur. However, the Bombay High Court denied permission for the shutdown, leading senior leader Sharad Pawar to organize a silent march in Pune instead. Despite heavy rain, Pawar and other protesters gathered at the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Statue near Pune Railway Station to express their concerns and critique the Maharashtra State Government’s handling of the situation.
The recent crime incident in Badlapur has sparked outrage across Maharashtra, prompting opposition parties to call for a Bandh to protest. Adv. Gunaratna Sadavarte challenged the Bandh in court, arguing that it could result in punitive actions against political parties. The court’s ruling against the shutdown led to the silent march in Pune, where Pawar emphasized the need for authorities to take action and address the prevalence of abuse in the state. He criticized the government for dismissing opposition involvement as mere politicization, highlighting the lack of sensitivity on the part of the ruling party.
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