Prohibitory Orders in Jalna Amid Dhangar Community Agitation for ST Status

In Maharashtra's Jalna district, prohibitory orders are enforced due to the Dhangar community's push to be reclassified as Scheduled Tribes. Under the orders, public gatherings are restricted, and businesses are closed due to potential law and order concerns in response to leader Deepak Borhade's planned protests.

The administration in Jalna district of Maharashtra has imposed prohibitory orders in anticipation of the Dhangar community's protest for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribes category.

District Collector Ashima Mittal issued the orders for public safety, closing all shops and educational institutions, and banning public gatherings and arms.

The Dhangar community's demand for ST recognition stemmed from their current Nomadic Tribes status, prompting apprehensions of unrest, as rallies were planned across several locations.

(With inputs from agencies.)