Mumbai College Student’s Social Media Post on Use of Marathi For Auto-Rickshaw Drivers Sparks Controversy; MNVS Members Step In
Mumbai College Student's Social Media Post on Use of Marathi For Auto-Rickshaw Drivers Sparks Controversy; MNVS Members Step In
Viral video shows dispute at Thakur College escalating from Instagram exchange to campus confrontation
A disagreement over a social media post has triggered a controversy at Thakur College of Science and Commerce in Mumbai, highlighting how sensitive language-related issues can quickly escalate. The incident began after a Marathi student shared an Instagram story supporting the state directive on the use of Marathi by auto-rickshaw drivers.
According to reports, the post drew a sharp reaction from a non-Marathi student, who allegedly responded with abusive and objectionable remarks. What started as an online exchange soon spilled over into a larger campus issue, with students taking sides and tensions rising.
The situation intensified further when remarks were reportedly made about MNS chief Raj Thackeray, adding a political dimension to the dispute. This turned the issue from a personal disagreement into a broader conflict involving identity, language pride and student sentiments.
As the matter gained attention, members of the Maharashtra Navnirman Vidyarthi Sena (MNVS) stepped in. Representatives, including Sonali Patil, Abhilash Gurav and Vinod Ghadigaonkar, visited the college and interacted with the students involved in the presence of college authorities.
The discussion was described as firm, with emphasis on maintaining discipline and respectful communication on campus. The students were questioned over their remarks, particularly those considered offensive.
Following the intervention, the students involved issued an apology for their comments. MNVS members also warned that abusive behaviour or harassment based on language would not be tolerated.
The college has not yet released an official statement on the incident. Meanwhile, the viral video continues to draw attention online, reflecting ongoing sensitivities around language and identity in educational spaces.
