The streets of Mumbais Andheri witnessed a disturbing incident involving Rahil Sheikh, son of an MNS office bearer, and social media influencer Rajshree More. The incident, which unfolded late Sunday night, involved an alleged hit-and-run and a subsequent public altercation. According to eyewitness accounts and a video circulating online, Sheikh, allegedly intoxicated and partially clothed, engaged in aggressive and abusive behaviour towards More.
The confrontation stemmed from a collision between Sheikh’s car and More’s vehicle. More claims that Sheikh, after hitting her car, refused to apologise and instead used abusive and threatening language. The video appears to corroborate More’s claim of verbal abuse directed at her in the presence of police officers. She also alleges that the police officers present at the scene offered minimal assistance.
Adding to the severity of the situation, More claims that this incident was not an isolated event. She alleges previous instances of targeting by MNS members in the days leading up to the collision. She believes she was specifically targeted for her outspoken activism and advocacy for those working in Mumbai, often against the interests of certain factions. More’s activism often involves speaking out against the harassment of non-Marathi individuals working in Maharashtra. She explained that the threats escalated to include threats against her studio, with a clear intent to intimidate her into silence.
Following the incident, Sheikh was released after receiving a formal notice. More is demanding a thorough investigation and appropriate action against Sheikh and those who allegedly participated in the intimidation. The incident highlights broader concerns surrounding public safety and accountability, particularly amidst the already tense Hindi-Marathi language debate. The reported involvement of the son of an MNS official raises significant questions about the party’s response to such allegations and its commitment to maintaining public order. The fear expressed by More underlines the need for a thorough and impartial investigation.
