Mumbai, Jan. 1 -- Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday issued a strong call to party candidates, urging them to make an all-out effort to "protect Mumbai," asserting that the city belongs to Marathi people and must remain so.
Addressing a meeting of 54 MNS candidates contesting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Thackeray said, "This election is a crucial and possibly final opportunity to safeguard Mumbai's identity." He appealed to candidates to work with unwavering determination and commitment.
Warning candidates against inducements during the polls, Thackeray said they would be offered various temptations, including money, but should not fall prey to them. "Remain firm, even I was offere...