Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday (May 1, 2026) said that while residents of the State should make efforts to learn Marathi, violence in the name of language is "unacceptable".
Mr. Fadnavis was speaking to reporters after paying floral tribute at the Hutatma Chowk on the occasion of Maharashtra Day. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawade was also present during the occasion.