Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Konkani Language Advocates Seek Protection in New Policy
Imagine a group of people who love the Konkani language.
They're worried about a new rule in their state that might make it harder for kids to learn Konkani in school.
These people, who are part of the World Konkani Centre, went to the government to ask for help.
They want to make sure that Konkani, which is spoken by many people and has a long history, continues to be taught in schools.
They believe that learning different languages is important and makes the community stronger and more diverse.
They hope the government will listen and keep Konkani as a language option for students.
The World Konkani Centre petitioned the Karnataka Chief Minister.
The delegation sought to protect Konkani as a third-language option.
Konkani is spoken by around 25 lakh people in India.
It is recognized in the Constitution's Eighth Schedule.
The Centre promotes Konkani heritage and culture.
- Who
- World Konkani Centre delegation
- What
- Petitioned the Karnataka Chief Minister regarding Konkani language teaching
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Mangaluru, India
- Why
- To ensure Konkani remains a third-language option in schools amidst policy changes
- Organization
- World Konkani Centre
- Target
- Karnataka Chief Minister
- Issue
- Konkani language teaching
- Location
- Mangaluru, India
- Language Recognition
- Eighth Schedule of the Constitution
- Spoken by
- 25 lakh people across India