Language Lynching in India?

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In India, a journalist was reportedly threatened in Maharashtra for not speaking Marathi. He clearly said he's from Delhi and was there only for reporting. Yet, people insisted he speak in Marathi, almost becoming violent.

India is a union of states, not isolated nations — every citizen has the right to move, live, speak, and work anywhere.

Fact check: Article 19 of the Indian Constitution gives every citizen freedom of speech and freedom to move freely throughout the territory of India.

No state can legally force someone to speak its regional language.

In emergency or public roles, understanding the local language may help, but is not mandatory for travelers, journalists, or common citizens.

Justice message: India's strength is in its diversity, not in linguistic dominance. Forcing someone to speak a particular language, especially with threats or violence, is unconstitutional and un-Indian.