Maharashtra government's resolution to build a flyover on Peddar Road has raised a storm of controversy, and Lata Mangeshkar, one of the most prominent residents of the area, is among those who vehemently opposing the move.

Sonu Nigam, top playback singer, is disturbed by the dissension Lata Mangeshkar has been getting over her opposition to a flyover in central Mumbai's Peddar Road, where she lives.

"People's comments on Lata-ji's stand on the flyover issue have left me intensely hurt and shamed on her behalf. Have they forgotten who Lata-ji is? She isn't the only one raising her voice about the proposed flyover."

"But because she's a huge celebrity with an enormously dignified image, and also because she's a frail old woman, people feel she won't retaliate so let's make her a target," an infuriated Sonu said.

It is being reported that Mangeshkar sent a letter to PWD Minister Anil Deshmukh claiming she will leave Mumbai if the government follows through with its plans.

Unlike some, Sonu firmly believes she is doing the right thing.

He added,"Lata-ji is a citizen of Mumbai. She has every right to raise her voice against what she thinks is a wrong civic move."

"Why are they calling Lata-ji selfish? Instead of cornering Lata-ji why don't people write letters to the government asking for a permanent solution to the congestion problem?"

"To abuse a celebrity is the biggest past time of this country. She speaks on behalf of the entire locality. I am strongly against this humiliation she is being subjected to. She is too big to be humbled like this. We can't allow people to insult her in this way."

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