Maharashtra CM orders forensic probe into Jarange-Patil viral audio clips

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Tuesday that the state government will conduct a forensic examination of viral audio clips purportedly connected to prominent Maratha activist Manoj Jarange-Patil. The decision follows mounting calls for an official inquiry into the authenticity and context of the recordings.

Fadnavis stated that the forensic investigation will focus on identifying whose voices appear in the disputed clips. The chief minister's move aims to determine the veracity of the audio materials, which have circulated widely on social media platforms in recent weeks.

The announcement comes amid ongoing tensions over Maratha reservation demands, which Jarange-Patil has been spearheading. The activist has been at the forefront of agitations seeking separate reservation status for the Maratha community within the OBC category in Maharashtra.

The state government has not disclosed a specific timeline for the completion of the forensic analysis. Officials indicated that the investigation will be conducted through appropriate forensic channels to ensure accuracy and impartiality in determining the authenticity of the audio recordings.