I was feeling a little low, so I decided to go silent and burry my head in book writing. It felt like my words were only causing negativity but after last article the ripples were powerful. Shift I saw made me feel so proud about myself and everyone in this country who stood up showing unity. It was beautiful… powerful… moving. Looks like India waking up again and my words and participation matters. I don’t care about fame—who gets it, who doesn’t. What I do care about is peace… a society that breathes freely, where voices don’t scream over one another but listen, reflect, and grow. So here I am writing again, but this article is for my Marathi people and for pride that we call “मराठी बाणा”. My dear Marathi Mavalas and fearless Dhakad queens. These next lines… are for you.
जीभ गप्प होती ती शब्दांना भिडली,
छातीशी असलेली आग अखेर बाहेर उसळली.
शिवबांच्या स्वप्नासाठी वीजेसारखी पेटली,
संस्कृतीच्या स्वाभिमानासाठी रणातच उतरली.
आणि शेवटी, मराठी माणूस जागा झाला!
We respect all religions, but we reject extremism in any form as we understand the danger that lurks behind it. So, when faced with it, we choose the Middle Way—the path shown by the Buddha. Hindus recognize him as 9th avatar only to reject his teachings. Tathagat doesn't care about approval he is wise enough to knows—rejecting a good teacher isn’t the teacher’s loss; it’s the students. This is Maharashtra—also known as "Santanchi Bhoomi," the land of saints. Saints like Sant Dnyaneshwar, Sant Tukaram, Sant Namdev, Sant Eknath, Sant Savata Mali, Sant Chokhamela, Sant Gora Kumbhar, Sant Ramdas, Sant Gulabrao Maharaj, ant Muktabai, Sant Janabai, Sant Bahinabai, Sant Soyarabai, Sant Kanhopatra, Sant Sakhubai were born here. They taught us humanity above blind rituals. They showed us that true Dharma lies in ethics, morals, and values—not in hollow external displays. All these new age Baba's and spiritual gurus sit in temples while spreading hatred, division, and chaos. They feed off the emotional, psychological, and spiritual vulnerabilities of the poor. That is not spirituality—that is exploitation. We reject that. We are rooted in wisdom. We uphold true Indian values—deep, ethical, and timeless—respected across the world.
18 Puranas, 4 Vedas, countless Upanishads—then Mahabharata,
Ramayana, Gita, and more. When do we really live, grow, or simply enjoy life? Gadge
Maharaj saw this struggle and simplified Hinduism for us—something we could
carry in our hearts, not just on our backs. Here’s what he said:
"जो भूखे को रोटी दे, नंगे को कपड़ा दे, अज्ञानी को ज्ञान दे, दुखी को ढाढ़स दे, वही सच्चा हिंदू है।"
We don’t disrespect any God or Goddess—but it’s these simple yet legendary heroes who feel closer to our hearts. Unlike distant sky gods—unreachable, abstract, and doesn't work everyone—these heroes walked among us, felt what we felt, and stood for values that still guide us today.
My regular readers know I practice MMA, yoga, and meditation—and also explore a wide range of subjects. That drive and strength come from Jijau Masaheb, who encouraged us to learn poetry, dance, philosophy, and also to fight. She got her strength from Ma Jagdamba Bhavani. The "Nauvari Kasta Saree" our women wear isn’t just tradition—it’s a symbol of readiness to fight and defend when needed. And it not just Ma Jijau; we have Maharani Tarabai, Rani Laxmibai, Jhalkari Bai, and Ahilyabai Holkar who continue to inspire us. Our thirst for lifelong learning comes from visionaries like Savitribai Phule and Fatima Sheikh, who stood strong for women's education. India was originally a matrilineal society—mothers were never lesser than fathers. They were not separate or unequal, but complementary. Perhaps that’s why we call it Motherland, Bharat Mata, and say Vande Mataram. The patriarchal shift came much later—but that’s a discussion for another time.
In Maharashtra, we don’t raise submissive,
obedient girls—we raise warrior women, educated in various subjects, taught to
own their sexuality so that no one can weaponize it against them. We Marathi
girls are mix of Savaji and Tambada Rassa—flavorful, fierce, and
unforgettable. Best handled with respect, love, care, and caution… or you’ll end up with serious stomach burn. Good luck
to those trying to poison minds with digital hatred and misogyny—because we’ll
leave behind those man-children and choose partners who embody real masculinity,
the kind upheld not just by our Marathi men but also by our women hero's. And
if you succeed in poisoning men's brain, we’ll proudly choose to stay single—until men come to their
senses.
This is Maharashtra where we uphold the Constitution given
by Dr. Ambedkar, rooted in the Swarajya vision of Chatrapati Shivaji
Maharaj, Sambhaji Maharaj, and Shahu Maharaj, who stood for education,
equality, and opportunity for all. Many fought for this—Tanaji Malusare,
Santaji Jalkar, Baji Prabhu Deshpande, Netaji Palkar, Hambirrao Mohite, Dadoji
Konddev, Shambhuji Kavji, Firangoji Narsala, Yesaji Kank, Kanhoji Jedhe, and many
others. Today Sambhaji persona is reduced as Dharmveer; what he actually was is
a Karmaveer—believer in karma as real dharma. Our Mahatma Phule led the social
justice movement, uplifting women and marginalized communities—It's because of
that today, women across castes and religions are educated, standing on their
feed and understand values like self-respect and dignity. Sure, political agendas
drive from UP, but if it brings chaos, destruction and suffering then it stops
at Maharashtra—Historically we have always stood firm, so it doesn’t spread
South.
We think long-term, so you may not find us in lavish homes,
as we’re content living simple life—rejecting constant consumption and consumerism
to ease the burden on Mother Earth. It’s not just about caring for nature, but
also for fellow humans. Instead of hoarding wealth within our families or one
community, we uplift the needy into the social mainstream—that’s why
Maharashtra always see true prosperity. We don’t believe in beg, borrow, or
steal; we create, share, deal, and heal. Our Sambhaji Maharaj knew 13
languages, so we’ve never had issues embracing others’ languages or
cultures—what we reject is force and unethical practices disguised as culture,
which only bring chaos, destruction and stagnation. These very practices our
Babasaheb studied so hard and earn multiple degrees—in law, theology,
sociology, and economics—leaving behind rich literature to guide us in times of
doubt. Although born in Maharashtra, he addressed the challenges of the entire
nation. Please don’t reduce his persona to Dalit leader.
Our larger-than-life heroes walked beside healed us and left a lot feel proud about and that’s where our strength, confidence, and courage come from. Our authenticity may not make us popular, but it ensures we like ourselves. There’s no room for fear or insecurity here—and no one can prey on our vulnerability. We choose to heal people because we understand unhealed damaged people will go on damaging others, pass on suffering, chaos, or abuse just to feel better about themselves turning the world into one big mess. Something that’s happening currently what start with one spread everywhere in family, then in society then country and then it consumes entire world.
Maharashtra welcome you with open arms let us help you—we don’t mind—learn from us what real Indian, cultural, moral, and ethical values look like and then carry that light forward. Let us help you find peace. I promise you will rise above animalistic survival instincts, become a better human and it will change you forever. Learn our culture rooted in bravery, courage, self-respect, dignity, morals, ethics and true Indian values. But don’t mistake and take our empathy, compassion and kindness for weakness. We’re good until pushed—when we choose to speak, then just one voice is all that matters for a wake-up call. "Jai Maharashtra".
Not just legendary kings, queens, saints, and social
reformers—Maharashtra also holds a rich legacy of art and culture. We have Gondhal,
Powada, and Bharud to express our emotions. We have Warli
painting, Chitrakathi, Paithani weaving, Sawantwadi wooden
toys, Mashru and Himroo textiles, and Kolhapuri footwear.
We created instruments like the Dholki, Tuntune, Sambal, Ektari,
Taal, Pungi, and Swaramandal. And all of this was crafted
by we artisans who gave India this vibrant art, culture and architecture. Whom
so-called “sophisticated” people labeled as lower caste. So next time you say,
"lower caste," think again because creative people don't beg. Our Maharaj even made workouts fun—the Lezim
was designed to strengthen warriors’ limbs through joyful group dance to socialize
and build unity. The Bollywood also born from a creative mind of Marathi manus—Our
dear Dadasaheb Phalke. This is Maharashtra, the land that gave us writers like
Sane Guruji, Shantabai Kamble, Namdeo Dhasal, Shivaji Sawant, Shahir Annabhau
Sathe, Pu. La. Deshpande, Dr. Shriram Lagoo, Acharya Atre, Kusumagraj, and many
more.
Let me give a ride into world of our beloved Kusumagraj...
ओळखलंत का सर मला? पावसात आला कोणी,
कपडे होते कर्दमलेले, केशावरती पाणी।
क्षणभर बसला, नंतर हसला, बोलला वरती पाहून,
‘गंगामाई पाहुणी आली, गेली घरट्यात राहून।’
माहेरवाशिण पोरिसारखी चार भिंतीत नाचली,
मोकळ्या हाती जाईल कशी, बायको मात्र वाचली।
भिंत खचली, चूल विझली, होते नव्हते नेले,
प्रसाद म्हणून पापण्यांमध्ये पाणी ठेवले।
कारभारणीला घेऊन संग, सर आता लढतो आहे;
पडकी भिंत बांधतो आहे, चिखल गाळ काढतो आहे।
खिशाकडे हात जाताच हासत हासत उठला,
‘पैसे नको सर, जरा एकटेपणा वाटला।’
मोडून पडला संसार, तरी मोडला नाही कणा;
पाठीवरती हात ठेवून, नुसते लढ म्हणा, नुसते लढ म्हणा…
So, we don’t bend—we gather the broken pieces, fight to rise
again. My dear Marathi brothers and sisters, I’m doing my part by writing; now
it’s time you do yours. Speak up, raise your voice, and stand for the weak and
poor. Support one another, stay aware of what’s happening around you, and
extend a hand to each other. Visit schools—see how students are treated and
what they’re being taught. Reach out to every caste and small community, at
least in your own area. They’re not lazy, less talented, or dirty—they’re
victims of a system designed for centuries to keep them down. And many from the
so-called upper castes don’t stand with them; instead, they bully and shame
them online to make them go silent—causing deep psychological harm. There’s no
courage in mocking the weak—that’s a weak mindset. True courage lies in
uplifting those who are forced to struggle—in helping and healing them. This
country belongs to everyone, not just a privileged few.
Don’t encourage or engage in mob mentality, vandalism, or lynching—and don’t be afraid. Go to the states where problems are unfolding—talk to the locals, understand their struggles, because our leaders are clearly not telling us the whole truth. They want us to selectively hate certain states for a reason. This state-wise divide is a tool to control us—so we keep fighting among ourselves and never ask real questions, thinking the issue belongs only to that state. Travel to Manipur, Bihar, Kashmir, Punjab, Kerala, Bengal—wherever they tell you “The problem is.” Go, and find out the truth for yourself. Educate yourself, participate in politics and democracy—don’t remain ignorant or blind. Remember, everything you’ve ever wanted lies on the other side of fear. We carry the of Shivaji Maharaj’s Swarajya and Vision of Dr. Ambedkar it was never limited to Maharashtra—it was a vision for a just and righteous land for all in the Indian subcontinent. It’s time for us Marathi to step out of the matrix.
माय मराठी, आन, बाण, शान मराठी! जय महाराष्ट्र!
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