'No place for her on BMC…': Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde's strong remarks on Dia Mirza controversy
Nov 02, 2026
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde's remarks on actress Dia Mirza have sparked a political controversy. Reacting to the actress's pollution-free Diwali campaign, Tawde says Dia Mirza will not be included in any BMC-organised event or featured on the official BMC portal, citing her alleged opposition to Hindutva and criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Her comments have triggered a debate over politics, Hindutva and the role of public institutions.