Mumbai Tensions Rise: MNS Workers Slap Retail Employee Over Marathi Language Dispute

Versova,Mumbai:  A retail store employee in Versova, Mumbai, was allegedly slapped by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers for refusing to speak in Marathi. A video of the incident has gone viral, reigniting debates on linguistic politics in Maharashtra.

Meanwhile, Maharashtra’s Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Ramdas Kadam, has issued a strong statement against stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra over his controversial remarks. Kadam warned that mocking Hindu gods, Supreme Court rulings, or state leaders under the guise of comedy would not be tolerated. He affirmed that legal action would be taken against Kamra, stating, "No one is above the law."

The incidents have fueled discussions on language enforcement and freedom of speech in the state.