Prominent OBC activist and political leader Laxman Hake has once again launched a blistering attack on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, accusing him of ignoring the rights of marginalized communities and perpetuating injustice. Known for his unwavering advocacy for OBCs, nomadic tribes, Dalits, and other backward groups, Hake’s latest Facebook post has stirred significant discussion in state political circles.
In his strongly worded post, Hake expressed frustration over the alleged unfair treatment of backward communities in the distribution of state funds.
“For the past several days, we have been following up on funds meant for OBCs, nomadic tribes, Dalits, and tribals. But the ruling class continues to treat these groups as secondary citizens. It’s disturbing,” he wrote.
Hake didn’t hold back in responding to Ajit Pawar’s recent comments on “political perversion.”
“It’s laughable to hear Ajit Pawar speak of perversion. This is the same man who tells farmers about 'pouring nectar into their fields' when there’s no water in the dam. He should not be lecturing us on common sense,” Hake said.
He further invoked Mahatma Phule’s ideology, criticizing Pawar’s political legacy:
“Phule once said, if my heir is incompetent, strip him of inheritance. But the Pawar family follows a reverse principle — the more they betray the people’s interest, the more powerful the heir becomes!”
Hake accused the Deputy CM of engaging in “politics of terror” by sidelining Bahujan leaders and programs that are only superficially corrective:
“Ajit Pawar is trying to erase the political presence of Bahujan leaders. His politics doesn’t inspire trust — only fear.”
Asserting his identity and commitment to the cause, Hake declared:
“I am an OBC, a vagabond, a Dhangar. Fighting for the marginalized runs in our blood. We have the strength to take down a tiger for four sheep. This fight is for the voiceless – the freedmen, the nomadic, the micro OBCs. I am not alone. Will you stand with us in this fight for change?”
Hake’s post has sparked widespread debate, with many analysts predicting a shift in Bahujan and OBC politics in Maharashtra. His aggressive stance may signal a growing unrest among backward communities and increased pressure on the ruling coalition ahead of upcoming elections.