Drunk MNS Leader Son Caught Abusing Woman in Mumbai, Arrested After Video Goes Viral
Mumbai: A shocking incident involving the son of a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) leader has stirred controversy in Mumbai. Rahil Sheikh, the son of Javed Sheikh—MNS’s state vice president—was caught on camera in a drunken and half-naked state, hurling abuses at a Marathi-speaking woman. The disturbing video has gone viral on social media, drawing severe backlash and raising questions about the behavior of political leaders’ families.
What Happened?
The video, filmed by a woman named Rajshree More, shows Rahil Sheikh inside a car, shirtless and apparently intoxicated. He is seen verbally abusing her in Hindi and Marathi, while also boasting about his father’s political position. Despite the MNS’s constant talk of defending “Marathi pride”, this incident has turned the spotlight back on the party—this time for embarrassing behavior from within its own circle.
Following the incident, Mumbai’s Amboli Police registered an FIR against Rahil Sheikh. He has been charged with outraging the modesty of a woman and negligent driving. He was taken into custody shortly after.
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MNS Distances Itself from Rahil Sheikh
In an attempt to control the damage, the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena quickly disassociated itself from Rahil’s actions. Senior party member Avinash Jadhav stated, “We do not support his behavior. The MNS demands strict police action against him.”
Despite Rahil being the son of a senior MNS leader, the party made it clear that it would not back him or protect him from legal consequences.
Political Reactions and Public Outrage
The video attracted sharp criticism from various quarters, including Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam. Reposting the viral clip on his social media, Nirupam slammed the MNS, calling this the “real face” of those claiming to protect Marathi culture.
“Drunk out of his senses. Half-naked. An MNS leader’s son is hurling abuses at a Marathi-speaking woman and flaunting his father’s position. This is what they call Marathi pride? Is this the same MNS that bullies others under the name of language and culture?” Nirupam said.
Speaking to NDTV later, he demanded strict action against Rahil Sheikh and accused MNS of promoting hooliganism. “They are spreading fear in the name of language. What they’re doing is nothing but gundagardi,” he said.
About the Woman in the Video: Rajshree More
Rajshree More, the woman being abused in the video, is a Maharashtrian social media influencer who had earlier gone viral for criticizing the imposition of Marathi language on non-Marathi speakers in Mumbai. In a now-deleted video, she had said that people should not be forced to speak Marathi and instead urged local Maharashtrians to focus on improving their work ethic.
“I am proud to be a Maharashtrian. But I won’t force someone at gunpoint to speak my language. Migrants come to Mumbai to work. Let them work. If they leave, you’ll see what’s left,” she had said.
However, after receiving backlash and even complaints from MNS supporters, Rajshree More was forced to apologize publicly and take down her video.
Background: Rising Language Tensions in Maharashtra
This incident comes amid growing tension in Maharashtra over the issue of language. MNS, led by Raj Thackeray, has recently launched aggressive campaigns demanding that Marathi be spoken in public spaces and by migrants working in the state. In several reported cases, MNS workers have allegedly assaulted or harassed people for not speaking Marathi.
Raj Thackeray’s recent actions are being seen as an attempt to revive the hardline Marathi-first stance once championed by his uncle Bal Thackeray, the founder of Shiv Sena.
Conclusion
The arrest of Rahil Sheikh has once again brought attention to the double standards and violent tactics used by some political groups in Maharashtra. While parties like MNS talk about preserving Marathi identity, critics say their actions—including this recent shameful incident—paint a different picture.
The police investigation is ongoing, and public pressure is mounting for strict punishment in the case.