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Maharashtra Deputy CM Says Hindi Complements Regional Languages
Eknath Shinde said Hindi should help Indian languages work together, not replace them.
He spoke at a Hindi language conference in Navi Mumbai.
He said Marathi and Hindi share historical and cultural connections.
He also praised the contributions of saints and writers to India’s shared culture.
Shinde said regional languages must continue to be respected and protected.
He wants Hindi to be used more in government offices and important fields.
These fields include science, technology, courts, police and administration.
He said better language connections could make communication between citizens and the government easier.
He also thanked Hindi-speaking people for helping Maharashtra grow.
Eknath Shinde said Hindi should connect, not compete with, India’s regional languages.
He urged wider use of Hindi while preserving the honour and pride of regional languages.
Shinde made the remarks at the Hindi Diwas 2026 celebrations in Navi Mumbai.
He advocated using Hindi more widely in science, technology, courts, police and administration.
Shinde credited Hindi-speaking citizens with contributing to Maharashtra’s industry, trade and social development.
- Who
- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, speaking in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- What
- Shinde said Hindi complements rather than competes with India’s regional languages and should be expanded alongside them.
- Where
- Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- When
- Monday, during the Hindi Diwas 2026 celebrations and the 6th All India Official Language Conference.
- Why
- To promote Hindi as a link between linguistic communities while preserving regional languages and improving official communication.
Key facts
- Speaker
- Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister
- Event
- Hindi Diwas 2026 celebrations and the 6th All India Official Language Conference
- Location
- Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Language position
- Hindi should complement, not replace, regional languages
- Proposed uses
- Science, technology, the judiciary, police and general administration
- Regional language recognition
- Shinde noted Maharashtra’s pride in Marathi receiving Classical Language status
- Economic reference
- Shinde described Mumbai as India’s financial capital and Maharashtra as an economic engine
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