An RSS leader's recent statement about Mumbai's linguistic diversity has sparked a political storm, attracting sharp criticism from opposition parties, including Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP). The leader's comments were perceived as controversial, with opposition parties accusing the BJP government of downplaying the city's rich cultural and linguistic heritage. In response to the uproar, the RSS leader issued a clarification, emphasizing that Mumbai, with its many languages, remains a hub of diversity. The controversy has intensified political discourse in the state as parties demand clear answers from the government.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has reignited the language debate by urging the removal of Hindi from official usage and advocating for Tamil to be granted official language status. Speaking at an event, Stalin criticized the imposition of Hindi and referred to Sanskrit as a “dead language.” His remarks have sparked fresh controversy, drawing sharp reactions from linguistic and political circles. The demand aligns with Tamil Nadu’s long-standing opposition to Hindi imposition. The statement has fueled debates on linguistic identity and federalism, with supporters backing linguistic pride and critics accusing Stalin of stoking regional tensions.  

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Supriya Sule has criticized the 84-day delay in Maharashtra Minister Dhananjay Munde's resignation following the murder of Beed sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. Despite the government's possession of incriminating photos and footage, action was postponed, raising questions about the roles of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Deshmukh was allegedly killed on December 9, 2024, for opposing an extortion attempt targeting an energy company. Munde's close aide, Walmik Karad, was implicated as the mastermind behind the murder. Munde, citing health reasons, resigned only after public outrage intensified due to leaked visuals of the crime. Sule is demanding a transparent investigation and accountability for all involved, including those who may have shielded the accused.

Maharashtra's Food and Civil Supplies Minister, Dhananjay Munde, resigned amid allegations linking his close aide, Walmik Karad, to the December 2024 murder of Beed's Massajog village sarpanch, Santosh Deshmukh. Deshmukh was allegedly killed for opposing an extortion attempt involving a local windmill company. Graphic videos of the incident circulated online, intensifying public outrage. Munde, also Beed's guardian minister, submitted his resignation to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, citing health reasons and a desire to ensure an impartial investigation. The decision followed discussions between Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Opposition leaders criticized the government for delaying Munde's removal and demanded swift action against those involved.

Congress spokesperson Dr Shama Mohamed deleted her post criticizing Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma’s fitness after backlash from BJP. She had called Sharma “overweight” and the “most unimpressive captain India has ever had.” Defending herself, she claimed it was a “generic” remark on fitness, not body-shaming. “It was not body-shaming… I just tweeted about that,” she told ANI. Congress distanced itself from her comments, with leader Pawan Khera stating it was not the party’s stance. BJP leaders, including Shehzad Poonawalla, hit back, calling Congress’ criticism ironic given its election record. Shama was advised to be more cautious.

Congress distanced itself from spokesperson Shama Mohamed’s remark calling Rohit Sharma "fat for a sportsman" and the "most unimpressive" Indian captain. Following backlash from BJP leaders and cricket fans, Congress asked her to delete the post. BJP accused Congress of "body-shaming" a World Cup winner, with Radhika Khera slamming the party for "humiliating athletes for decades." Mohamed defended her comment, stating it was about fitness, not body-shaming. Meanwhile, India secured a 44-run victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, entering the semi-finals against Australia on March 4. Congress reiterated respect for sporting icons and urged caution.

Haryana Congress worker Himani Narwal, 22, was found dead inside a suitcase near a Rohtak bus stand. The suspect, Sachin from Bahadurgarh, was arrested in Delhi two days later. During interrogation, he confessed to the crime, revealing they had been in a relationship. Sachin alleged that Himani had extorted large sums from him and was demanding more, leading to frustration and the subsequent murder at her Rohtak residence. He then disposed of her body in the suitcase. Himani gained prominence after being photographed with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Her family, initially refusing cremation until the arrest, now demands the death penalty for the perpetrator.

Voters in Haryana's Municipal Corporation (MC) elections displayed significant enthusiasm, with long queues observed at polling stations. The elections, initially delayed due to electoral roll revisions, were held in March 2025. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), aiming for a third consecutive term, faces competition from the Congress party, which seeks a comeback. Both parties have been actively campaigning, with BJP recently inaugurating its election office in Sirsa. Voter turnout is expected to be high, reflecting the public's keen interest in local governance.     

  Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized Maharashtra's Deputy CM Eknath Shinde for questioning Uddhav Thackeray's absence from the Maha Kumbh, turning the tables by questioning why Shinde didn’t question RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, who also skipped the event. Raut pointed out that prominent RSS figures, including its founder and Hindutva ideologues like Vinayak Savarkar, never attended the Kumbh. Raut further criticized the political significance of PM Modi’s Kumbh visits and questioned Shinde’s dissatisfaction with his role in the Maharashtra government, claiming he seeks to merge Shiv Sena into the BJP for a CM position.    

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized the dominance of Hindi over other regional languages in India, claiming it has led to the erosion of many native languages. Stalin asserted that Hindi's imposition across the country undermines linguistic diversity, particularly in states where regional languages and identities are central. He emphasized that the promotion of Hindi under the guise of national unity was threatening the cultural fabric of non-Hindi speaking states. Stalin's comments were made in the context of the ongoing debate around the National Education Policy, which he claims privileges Hindi, sidelining other regional languages that should be equally respected.