Archive · 30 Jun 2025
Maharashtra Revokes Hindi Language Policy After Backlash
The government of Maharashtra changed its mind about making Hindi a required language in schools after lots of people complained.
Some leaders, like those from the MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT) parties, said it was wrong to force Hindi on people.
The government has now created a group to figure out how to best teach languages in schools.
Maharashtra government withdrew orders on Hindi language in schools.
The policy initially mandated Hindi as a third language.
Opposition, including MNS and Shiv Sena (UBT), opposed the move.
Leaders argued against imposing Hindi over Marathi.
A committee will now review the language policy.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, MNS, Shiv Sena (UBT)
- What
- Maharashtra government revoked orders on Hindi language in schools.
- When
- Recently, after the initial policy was introduced.
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- Due to opposition to the mandatory inclusion of Hindi.
Opposition's Stance
Government's Stance (as reported)
Language Imposition
Opposition's Stance
Imposing Hindi is not acceptable.
Government's Stance (as reported)
No direct government response.
Language Hierarchy
Opposition's Stance
Attempts to make Hindi appear superior to Marathi are unacceptable.
Government's Stance (as reported)
No direct government response.
- Event
- Withdrawal of language policy
- Languages Involved
- Hindi, Marathi
- Opposition Parties
- MNS, Shiv Sena (UBT)
- Government Response
- Revoked GRs, formed committee
- Committee Head
- Narendra Jadhav
Sources
Oppn boycotts high tea event on eve of Monsoon Session; calls Maharashtra govt dishonest
Opposition skips high tea as Hindi row looms over Maha session
Attempts to impose Hindi over Marathi won’t be tolerated: Raj Thackeray
