Migrant Auto Driver Attacked in Maharashtra After Language Dispute

A disturbing incident of violence against a migrant auto-rickshaw driver has come to light in Palghar district, Maharashtra. The driver was brutally assaulted in broad daylight by individuals allegedly affiliated with the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS).

The Incident and Its Aftermath

The assault reportedly stemmed from an earlier altercation regarding the driver’s ability to speak Marathi. The video of the attack, which has been widely circulated on social media, shows a group of men physically assaulting the driver, leaving him visibly injured and distressed. This incident has sparked outrage and concern over the safety of migrant workers in the state.

Calls for Justice and Accountability

Various organizations and individuals have condemned the attack and are demanding swift action against the perpetrators. The incident raises serious questions about language-based discrimination and the vulnerability of migrant communities. Authorities are currently investigating the matter and have assured that justice will be served.