Maharashtra has officially abolished the age limit for tribal student hostels following intense protests in Pune and intervention by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
Tribal students went on a hunger strike over restrictive age limits and poor facilities.
Rahul Gandhi met the students, backing their demands and writing directly to the Chief Minister.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis waived the age restrictions to ensure uninterrupted education.
News Edit KV Raman
