‘It's Ok If Marathi Dies But…’: Shinde Sena MLA’s Remarks Spark Row

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Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) MLA Prakash Surve has stirred a row with his remarks on the Hindi-Marathi language debate, saying that Marathi is his mother, while Hindi is his aunt. He said that it is okay if the mother dies, but the aunt should not die.

While speaking at an event organised by members of the North Indian community, Surve attempted to praise non-Marathi voters by translating a Marathi proverb, but ended up triggering outrage with his choice of words.

While addressing the gathering, the Magathane MLA said, “Marathi is my mother, and North India is my maternal aunt (mausi). Even if the mother dies, it is fine, but the aunt should never die, because she loves you more than your mother. You (North Indians) have given me immense love — please extend the sa