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Marathi Language Debate Sparks Political Uproar

CosmicTaco · 2025-03-07T10:45:30.026364+05:30

- RSS leader Bhaiyyaji Joshi's statement on Marathi language in Mumbai drew sharp criticism from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress. - Uddhav Thackeray demanded Joshi be booked for treason, while NCP MLA Rohit Pawar insisted the government clarify its stance. - Opposition leader Ambadas Danve and Congress' Bhai Jagtap attacked the government in the legislative council, leading to a walkout. - Joshi later issued a video statement clarifying his remarks, emphasizing the importance of Marathi in Mumbai and Maharashtra. - Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reiterated that Marathi is the language of Maharashtra and everyone should learn it. Source: [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/row-as-sr-rss-neta-says-not-must-to-learn-marathi-in-mumbai/articleshow/118773910.cms), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/marathi-language-of-mumbai-say-fadnavis-and-joshi-after-row-over-rss-leader-s-remarks-101741288885740.html)

RSS leader Bhaiyyaji Joshi's statement on Marathi language in Mumbai drew sharp criticism from Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress.
Uddhav Thackeray demanded Joshi be booked for treason, while NCP MLA Rohit Pawar insisted the government clarify its stance.
Opposition leader Ambadas Danve and Congress' Bhai Jagtap attacked the government in the legislative council, leading to a walkout.
Joshi later issued a video statement clarifying his remarks, emphasizing the importance of Marathi in Mumbai and Maharashtra.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reiterated that Marathi is the language of Maharashtra and everyone should learn it.

Source: The Times Of India, Hindustan Times