India, Dec. 31 -- The Marathi Abhyas Kendra and 14 other organisations working for the rights of Marathi-speaking people on Wednesday released a public manifesto, titled Marathinama, for political leaders, voters and local body administrations ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The manifesto focuses on giving 80% reservation to Marathi people in jobs, civic contracts and governance, while urging voters to support Marathi candidates regardless of party affiliation.

The Marathi organisations released the manifesto at a joint meeting held at the Rajarshi Shahu Sabhagruha in Dadar on Wednesday. Representatives from various social groups, activists, and citizens working on matters related to the Marathi language,...