The Maratha agitation which has turned from its silent version into a violent avatar, is now a potent political event, being systematically used by opposition parties and adversaries of chief minister Devendra Fadnavis within the BJP.

Though it was called an apolitical event with a collective leadership, the only question that haunted one's mind was about the timing of its transformation into a political event. One of the facts remains, that a case in the Bombay High Court, and a delay in submission of a recommendation by the backward class commission, have proved to be the trigger for violence that has rocked the state. The agitation continues in some parts of the state as Maratha Sakal Samaj's leadership is not unified in its pursuit and approach.