Hyderabad/Bengaluru: The ‘Go Back Marwadi’ movement, which began in Telangana, has now extended to Karnataka. Initially, the agitation started after a Dalit man was allegedly assaulted by a Marwadi family for refusing to move his parked vehicle. Moreover, the family reportedly used caste-based slurs, which intensified public anger. As a result, civil groups and intellectuals launched strong protests, raising the slogan “Go Back Marwadi.”
In addition, critics accused Marwadi traders of running syndicate-style businesses and selling poor-quality goods. Consequently, the issue grew beyond a single incident and transformed into a wider campaign against unfair practices. Furthermore, the slogan gained momentum both online and on the streets, with Telangana witnessing protests in several districts.
Meanwhile, the controversy reached Bengaluru’s Sivananda Circle, where another clash was reported. A Marwadi individual, allegedly driving on the wrong route, confronted a local auto driver. However, the driver refused to give way since he was in the correct lane. Therefore, a heated argument broke out, with the Marwadi man and his wife attempting to force the driver aside.
Soon after, a video of the clash went viral, and support for the auto driver grew rapidly. Consequently, netizens in Karnataka echoed Telangana’s protests and began posting “Go Back Marwadi” slogans across social media, further amplifying the campaign.
