Mumbai: In a strategic deployment to manage the ongoing Maratha Reservation Agitation, Shri Anjan Kumar Jha, Deputy Commandant of the 100 RAF Company, is at the helm of a team in Mumbai. 100 RAF Coy is stationed at Ahmedabad is now deployed in Mumbai.
The protests, led by activist Manoj Jarange-Patil, have brought the city to a standstill as demonstrators demand that Marathas be included in the Other Backward Classes (OBC) quota under the Kunbi category. This demand has sparked strong opposition from sections within the OBC community.
Shri Jha, a highly regarded officer known for his honesty and efficiency, is a CRPF Cadre Senior Officer. His career is marked by a reputation for being a people-friendly and diligent top cop.
Known to be deeply religious, Shri Jha has a unique and extensive history of service at the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. His tenure there is widely recognized for his suave and approachable demeanor, which proved instrumental in maintaining peace and order among the vast number of devotees.
The current situation in Mumbai is tense, with Jarange-Patil initiating an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan, vowing not to end the protest until his demands are met. The agitation has also seen a counter-protest announced by OBC groups, further escalating the social and political friction.
With his experience in handling large crowds and sensitive situations, Shri Jha is sincerely navigating the complexities of the current agitation and is a part of team of cops engaged in ensuring the safety and security of the city. There is heavy police deployment in the City.