Maharashtra bandh: Stone pelting reported across state as Maratha groups demand quota; internet suspended in parts of Pune district

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A day-long bandh called by pro-Maratha groups across Maharashtra saw sporadic incidents of violence from across the state on Thursday morning, with most shops and commercial establishments, private schools and colleges shut.

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