Auto Driver Assaulted in Palghar After Alleged Anti-Marathi Comment

A disturbing video capturing the assault of an auto-rickshaw driver by alleged Shiv Sena (UBT) workers in Palghar has rapidly spread across social media. The alleged reason for the attack? An “anti-Marathi” remark made by the driver. The incident has ignited a heated debate surrounding language and cultural sensitivities in the region.

Forced Public Apology

Following the assault, the driver was reportedly coerced into issuing a public apology. This act has further fueled the controversy, with many questioning the proportionality of the response and the potential for such incidents to escalate tensions.

Rising Language Tensions in Maharashtra

This incident comes on the heels of a similar confrontation involving Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers and a food stall owner who allegedly couldn’t speak Marathi. These events highlight a concerning trend of language-based disputes in Maharashtra and raise questions about the need for respectful dialogue and understanding.