Amid the ongoing language debate in Maharashtra, a heated argument broke out in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar after a woman refused to speak Marathi, insisting on using Hindi instead. The incident, captured on video, shows a group of men confronting the woman, demanding she speak in Marathi, saying, “Speak in Marathi. This is Maharashtra.” In response, she firmly stated, “ Nahi, Hindi bolo tum!" (No, you talk in Hindi.) The woman can further be heard asking, "Tell me, Aren’t you Hindustani? Aren't you from Hindustan?” The incident has reignited the Marathi vs Hindi language row in the city. A police complaint has been filed, and the video continues to circulate widely on social media. ‘Speak Marathi or Get Out’: Mumbai Local Train Brawl Over Seat in Ladies Compartment Quickly Turns Into Language Row (Watch Video).

Marathi vs Hindi Clash in Mumbai

‘Hindi Bolo!’ Woman Refuses to Speak Marathi in Ghatkopar

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