Auto Driver Assaulted in Virar Over Alleged Anti-Marathi Remarks.

According to reports, the auto driver allegedly made statements that were perceived as offensive to the Marathi community. Soon after, a mob intercepted him, confronted him publicly, and assaulted him. The entire altercation was captured on video and quickly went viral across local WhatsApp groups and social media platforms. The video not only showed physical violence but also the victim being coerced into a public apology, sparking concerns about mob justice and the rising trend of vigilante actions in urban areas.

Legal Action Taken:

FIR Filed: The Vasai Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against 20 individuals, most of whom are linked to political outfits.
Charges: The group has been booked under several sections of the Indian Penal Code, including assault, criminal intimidation, and unlawful assembly.
No Arrests Yet: As of now, no arrests have been made, raising questions about the urgency and seriousness of the investigation.

Public Reactions
Civic groups and human rights activists have condemned the act, calling it mob violence and a direct threat to civil liberties.
Some local political leaders have defended the group’s actions, citing the need to protect regional identity and culture.
Others have called for dialogue and unity, warning that such incidents only deepen communal and linguistic rifts in a city known for its diversity.