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Anna Hazare warns of hunger strike from July 5 over Maharashtra RTI rules: Changes, objections explained

Anna Hazare warns of hunger strike from July 5 over Maharashtra RTI rules: Changes, objections explained

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Social activist Anna Hazare on Tuesday warned of an agitation against the Maharashtra Right to Information Rules, 2026, set to come into effect from July 5, alleging that the amended provisions weaken the transparency law and keep citizens away from information. Social activist Anna Hazare (ANI Video Grab) Hazare has threatened to launch an indefinite hunger strike from July 5 if the Maharashtra government does not immediately withdraw the “illegal” amendments to the Right to Information (RTI) Rules. Also Read | ‘For selfish needs…’: Anna Hazare slams Raghav Chadha’s BJP move, cites Constitution Anna Hazare on hunger strike decision Hazare said a decision on the future course of action would be taken after discussions scheduled for June 24. “All decisions will be taken at 4 pm the day after tomorrow. Had it not been the intent to weaken the law, why would such absurd laws have been made? I launched agitations over RTI in 1998, 2001, 2004 and 2006… If we get the solution for our issues in the discussions the day after, the fast …

‘Judiciary Is Supreme’: Anna Hazare Reacts As Court Grants Relief To Kejriwal In Excise Policy Case | India News

‘Judiciary Is Supreme’: Anna Hazare Reacts As Court Grants Relief To Kejriwal In Excise Policy Case | India News

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Last Updated:February 27, 2026, 19:10 IST Anna Hazare said that all citizens must accept court rulings in a democracy, irrespective of political differences. Anna Hazare | File Image Social activist Anna Hazare on Friday said the court’s decision to discharge former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case must be respected, asserting that the strength of India’s judiciary is what keeps the country functioning smoothly. Speaking to reporters at his native village Ralegan Siddhi, Hazare welcomed the verdict and said the “judiciary remains the supreme institution in the country.” “Our nation runs because of the judicial system. In a country with many parties, castes, religions and ideologies, stability is maintained due to a strong judiciary,” he said. Hazare said that without an independent and effective judicial system, criminal elements would gain the upper hand, leading to chaos and unrest. He added that all citizens must accept court rulings in a democracy, irrespective of political differences. Responding to his past criticism of Kejriwal during the probe, Hazare said his remarks were made before …

Anna Hazare On Arvind Kejriwal’s Poll Defeat

Anna Hazare On Arvind Kejriwal’s Poll Defeat

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New Delhi: Activist Anna Hazare has said AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal was doing a “good job” as Delhi Chief Minister, but he started opening liquor vends and faced the people’s wrath as a result. A woman, Rekha Gupta, becoming the new chief minister of the national capital was a matter of pride, he told reporters on Friday, adding that the people voted for her because of her “pure thoughts and deeds”. As chief minister, Mr Kejriwal should have set an example before society but went astray, said Mr Hazare whose anti-corruption movement is credited for the birth of the Aam Aadmi Party. “The earlier CM (Kejriwal) was doing a good job and became Delhi chief minister thrice. I did not speak anything (against him) as he was doing a good job. But then, he slowly started opening liquor vends and issuing licences. Then I got upset,” Mr Hazare told reporters, referring to the AAP government’s controversial excise policy. Mr Hazare, notably, is known for a staunch opposition to the consumption or sale of liquor. Mr …

From liquor policy to Sheesh Mahal, Anna Hazare takes a jibe at Arvind Kejriwal – India TV

From liquor policy to Sheesh Mahal, Anna Hazare takes a jibe at Arvind Kejriwal – India TV

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Image Source : PTI Anna Hazare takes a jibe at Arvind Kejriwal Social activist Anna Hazare, whose anti-corruption movement of 2011 became a starting point for the political career of Arvind Kejriwal, criticised him for losing the election. He said AAP national lacks understanding about serving society. He also took a jibe at Kejriwal’s liquor policy and ‘Sheesh Mahal’. Anna Hazare stated that if Kejriwal understood the concept of serving people, he would not have thought of constructing a ‘Sheesh Mahal’. Anna Hazare’s ‘Sheesh Mahal’ jibe at Kejriwal Social activist Anna Hazare said, “He used to say that he will stay in a small room all his life… Happiness is not found outside… Doing good work for society makes one happy from within. He did not understand this… Otherwise, he would have never thought of making the ‘Sheesh Mahal’…” Anna Hazare on February 8 stated that Kejriwal had given liquor licenses after coming to power. “He gave liquor licenses after coming to power. When he was with us.. he did not like liquor. Liquor is …

Anna Hazare Says Advised Arvind Kejriwal Not To Enter Politics, But He Didn’t Listen

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Anna Hazare said he had explained Arvind Kejriwal that true fulfilment lies in social service Ahmednagar (Maharashtra): Hours after Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national Convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced his decision to resign from the top ministerial position on Sunday, mere days after being released on bail in the Delhi excise policy case, social worker Anna Hazare reacted to the development. The Gandhian social activist commented that he had advised Mr Kejriwal against entering politics long ago, but he did not heed his advice. Anna Hazare, who had previously led an anti-corruption movement with Mr Kejriwal at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan, remarked: “I had already advised Kejriwal not to enter politics. I explained multiple times that true fulfilment lies in social service, but he did not listen. I have been saying from the beginning that Arvind Kejriwal should not have ventured into politics. He chose not to heed my advice.” Mr Hazare further added, “What has happened now was inevitable. I cannot know what is in Arvind Kejriwal’s heart.” Notably, this is not the first instance …

Maharashtra: Anna Hazare reacts to Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation announcement

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Image Source : VIDEO SCREENGRAB Social activist Anna Hazare Hours after Delhi Chief Minister and AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal announced his decision to resign from the top ministerial position, mere days after being released on bail in the Delhi Excise Policy case, social worker Anna Hazare, reacted to the development. Speaking to the media from his hometown in Ralegan-Siddhi, the social activist mentioned that he had warned Kejriwal not to enter politics and instead to continue serving society, which he believed would bring greater happiness. He said, “I repeatedly told Kejriwal not to go into politics. Serve society, and you will become a great man. We were together for many years, and during that time, I often told him that social service gives happiness.” Hazare continued, “Increase happiness, but he did not take those words to heart. Today, what was bound to happen has happened. How would I know what is truly in his heart?” Significantly, it was not the first time that Anna Hazare had reacted to development concerning to Kejriwal. Earlier, the …