Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Marathi Saint-Poets' Literature to be Translated into 14 Languages
Maharashtra is translating the writings of famous Marathi saint-poets like Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, and Tukaram into 14 different Indian languages.
This means more people will be able to read their poems and learn about their ideas.
The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at an event where he received an award.
He spoke about the importance of these poets and their messages of kindness and helping others.
He also shared his commitment to improving the lives of people in Maharashtra, ensuring they have access to food, healthcare, and education.
Maharashtra to translate Marathi saint-poets' works into 14 languages.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announced the initiative after receiving an award.
The project includes works by Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, and Tukaram.
Shinde highlighted Namdev's contributions to Marathi literature and his compassionate actions.
Shinde emphasized his commitment to public service, aiming to address hunger, healthcare, and education issues.
- Who
- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
- What
- Marathi saint-poets' works will be translated into 14 Indian languages.
- When
- Announced on Thursday.
- Where
- Pandharpur, Maharashtra.
- Why
- To make devotional literature accessible to more people.
- Key Figures
- Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, Tukaram, Eknath Shinde
- Language Focus
- Marathi literature
- Number of Languages
- 14 Indian languages
- Event
- Shinde received `Sant Shiromani Shri Namdev Maharaj Award’
- Location of Award
- Shri Keshavraj temple in Namdev’s ancestral residence