The issue of Marathi was widely discussed in Maharashtra. A march took place in Mira Road on July 8. A large number of people were present at this time. For the first time, Raj Thackeray addressed the public in Mira Road. During this time, Raj Thackeray targeted non-Marathi people.
Also, Raj Thackeray has given a serious warning to the state government regarding Hindi. At this time, Raj Thackeray said that the Chief Minister of Maharashtra is fighting for Hindi, Marathi is mandatory for Maharashtra. Marathi should be made compulsory in other schools. Leaving that, you are making Hindi compulsory. Under whose pressure? Who is pressuring you? This has been the case since the time of the Center. This has been the case since the Congress. There was a huge struggle for a united Maharashtra including Mumbai. There was a plan to separate Mumbai from Maharashtra.
Later, Raj Thackeray said, "When there was a movement in Maharashtra for Mumbai, Morarji Desai fired and killed Marathi people. For many years, they have had their eyes on Mumbai. It doesn't happen easily. They are testing the waters. Let's see if Maharashtra opposes the introduction of the Hindi language. Is the Marathi person getting agitated? If he appears calm, bringing in the Hindi language will be their next step. Gradually, the plan is to take control of Mumbai and give it to Gujarat," Raj Thackeray also mentioned this scheme.
Later, regarding Dube, Raj Thackeray said, "Some BJP MP named Dube said something. He said 'we will beat you up quickly'. Was there a case against him? Did the Hindi channel run it? Nothing. See how they are. You will beat us up quickly. If Dube comes to Mumbai, we will 'drown him', he also gave a stern warning.