India, July 13 -- Regionalism, a complex subset of ultranationalism, occasionally rears its head in a troubling manner through language discord. This conflict creates friction, standing in stark contrast to the spirit of cosmopolitanism that ought to define our vibrant cities. These urban spaces, serving as magnets for job seekers from every corner of the country, thrive on inclusivity. Embracing this melting pot of cultures and languages is essential for managing regional rivalries.
The latest display of this hyper-regionalism was in Mumbai, where the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which fancies itself as the torchbearer of Marathi Manoos, sparked the language debate in its trademark manner by beating up people who refused to speak Mar...