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If you can end casteism, we are ready to give up reservation: Ramdas Athawale

Union minister Ramdas Athawale stated opposing reservation is unconstitutional and against the Constitution. He asserted that reservation will continue until casteism is eliminated from society. The minister highlighted government achievements and welfare schemes for various sections of people. He also mentioned the acceptance of a caste census demand by the…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

VHP's call to bar Muslims from Navratri events: Such stand against Constitution, says Athawale

Union minister Ramdas Athawale opposed calls to bar Muslims from garba events. He stated India is governed by the Constitution, ensuring equal rights for all religions. Athawale believes people of different faiths should participate in each other's festivals. He cited Ajmer Sharif Dargah as an example of interfaith harmony. Such…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Cabinet reshuffle very soon, new BJP, NCP faces may be inducted: Ramdas Athawale

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale anticipates a cabinet reshuffle very soon. New faces from the BJP and ally NCP are expected to join the government. Athawale urged the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) to join the ruling NDA. He also stressed the importance of upholding constitutional reservation rights. Abhijeet Dipke was also…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

The limitations of Ambedkarite Dalit politics today

There is a growing splintering in Ambedkar’s political legacies today, making Dalit political parties a passive and relegated force

The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024

Union Minister Athawale says he wanted to contest in Shirdi Lok Sabha seat, but it didn’t work out

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale wanted to contest Shirdi Lok Sabha seat, but alliance issues prevented it.

The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024

Morning digest | Women protesters block police in Manipur district; 0ver 15 lakh investors of Sahara group register for refund in Centre’s portal, and more

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The Hindu · Jul 29, 2023

Nitish can return to NDA anytime, claims Ramdas Athawale

Interestingly, BJP leaders of Bihar have been constantly saying that the door for Mr. Kumar has been shut forever.

The Hindu · Jul 29, 2023

75 people still untraced in landslip-hit village in Raigad

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that some parts of the State had received average rainfall of 15 to 20 days in a matter of just two to three days.

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2023

Ramdas Athawale urges Telangana CM to address atrocities against Dalits

Union Minister Athawale highlighted the need for Telangana CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao to take measures to reduce reported cases of atrocities against Dalits. He also clarified misconceptions about the Uniform Civil Code, and urged the opposition to announce their own prime ministerial candidate for the 2024 elections.

The Hindu · Jul 17, 2023

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale meets Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Union Minister of State for Social Justice Ramdas Athawale met Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar at the latter’s residence in Mumbai on July 6 and said Mr. Pawar’s support to the NDA will “further weaken” the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi.

The Hindu · Jul 6, 2023