India, Nov. 28 -- Almost a decade after Marathas began their fight for a reservation quota in government jobs, a few of the community's leaders and outfits have decided to encourage the youth to turn to entrepreneurship rather than struggle for dwindling government jobs. To this end, a two-day Maratha Business Conclave 2025 will be held at Nehru Centre on Friday with Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil as the chief guest.

Over 5,000 community members, entrepreneurs and former and serving bureaucrats are expected to attend the conclave, which will see business exhibitions, seminars, networking sessions and felicitation of Maratha entrepreneurs. The aim is to deliberate on innovative business ideas, partnership opportunities and gui...