MNS Workers Thrash Marwadi Shopkeeper Over WhatsApp Post Against Marathis
A video of the incident shows the MNS workers warning others against disrespecting the Marathi language and culture.
A Vikroli-based Marwadi shopkeeper was assaulted by local Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) workers after he allegedly posted a WhatsApp status 'insulting the Marathi Manoos (Marathi-speaking people)'.
The incident took place outside his shop, where the MNS members confronted him, physically assaulted him, and forced him to issue a public apology to the entire Marathi community.
In the video that has surfaced online, MNS workers can be seen warning others against disrespecting the Marathi language and culture.
They also urged locals to boycott shops owned by individuals who allegedly insult the Marathi-speaking population.
In the clip, the man can be seen holding his ears and folding his hands as he issues an apology.
This video comes only a few days after MNS members were captured on camera allegedly assaulting a food stall owner in Thane for not speaking in Marathi, reported NDTV. The workers were arrested and were granted bail within hours.
A viral video of the incident that emerged on social media platforms showed some of them wearing scarves with the MNS symbol.
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