Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, speaking at a rally for upcoming civic elections, warned people from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar against imposing Hindi in Maharashtra, stating he would take action if Hindi is imposed. He urged Marathi speakers to unite to protect Mumbai and Maharashtra's interests, suggesting that the region's assets are being transferred. Thackeray held a joint rally with Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, emphasizing the need to preserve Marathi identity and culture.