Maharashtra Deputy Speaker Narhari Zirwal, along with two tribal MLAs, jumped off the third floor of the state secretariat on October 4, 2024, in a dramatic protest.
Opposition to Dhangar Community’s Inclusion in ST Category
The protest was staged against the inclusion of the Dhangar community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category, a decision that Zirwal and the other MLAs oppose, citing concerns over its impact on the existing ST quota.
Safety Net Saves Protesters
The incident was captured on video by ANI, showing the MLAs landing on a safety net before climbing back into the secretariat building in Mumbai.
No Serious Injuries Reported
An official who visited the site confirmed that none of the protesting legislators sustained serious injuries during the incident.
