Title: Neither Hindi nor Marathi, Uddhav & Raj just love family: BJP
In a recent development, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray joined forces to celebrate the Maharashtra government’s rollback of the three-language policy. The joint rally sparked a strong reaction from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with leader Gaurav Vallabh accusing the duo of coming together “due to political compulsion”. Vallabh’s sharp words did not stop there, as he also took a jibe at Thackeray’s love for the Marathi language, stating that they “neither love Marathi nor Hindi, you just love your family”.
The three-language policy, which was introduced by the Maharashtra government in 2020, aimed to make Hindi, Marathi, and English compulsory subjects in schools. However, the move faced strong opposition from various quarters, including the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS. The two parties, which have a history of rivalry, put aside their differences to join forces against the policy.
The joint rally, which was attended by thousands of people, was seen as a significant development in Maharashtra’s political landscape. The rally was marked by slogans and speeches that emphasized the importance of Marathi and the need to protect the state’s language and culture. Thackeray and Thackeray’s speech were filled with patriotic fervor, as they appealed to the people to come together to protect their language and culture.
However, Vallabh, who is the spokesperson for the BJP, was quick to dismiss the rally as a mere attempt by the two parties to gain political mileage. “They came together due to political compulsion,” Vallabh said. “Stop hiding behind Hindi and Marathi. You neither love Marathi nor Hindi, you just love your family.”
Vallabh’s statement was seen as a direct attack on Thackeray and Thackeray, who are known for their strong affinity for the Marathi language and culture. The two leaders have always been vocal about the importance of preserving Marathi and promoting it as a language of the state.
However, Vallabh’s statement has also been seen as a desperate attempt by the BJP to discredit the opposition parties. The BJP has been facing heat in Maharashtra, with the Shiv Sena (UBT) and the MNS gaining popularity in recent times.
The controversy surrounding the three-language policy has also taken a toll on the BJP, with many of its leaders facing criticism for their support of the policy. The party’s rhetoric on the issue has been seen as divisive, with many accusing it of trying to impose Hindi on the people of Maharashtra.
In conclusion, the joint rally by Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray has sparked a strong reaction from the BJP, with leader Gaurav Vallabh accusing the duo of coming together “due to political compulsion”. Vallabh’s statement has also been seen as a jibe at Thackeray’s love for the Marathi language, stating that they “neither love Marathi nor Hindi, you just love your family”.
