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Baba Adhav
Indian social activist (1930–2025) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Babasaheb Pandurang Adhav (1 June 1930 – 8 December 2025) was an Indian social and labour activist and author.[1]
Life and career
Adhav was born in Maharashtra on 1 June 1930.
He was a major figure in the social and labour movement in Maharashtra, and a follower of Satyashodhak. He spent his life organizing underprivileged workers, notably porters, rickshaw pullers and construction workers, ensuring they received social security.[2] He established the 'Hamal Panchayat' which organized porters in Maharashtra, including Pune.[3] He led the revolutionary movement 'One Village One Water' to fight against caste discrimination and tried to establish equality.[4]
Adhav was admitted to Poona Hospital in early December 2025.[5] He died on 8 December, at the age of 95.[6]
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