1 year ago
Maharashtra Minister Outlines Language Priorities at ETNow Conclave
Imagine Maharashtra as a school with different languages.
The government, represented by Minister Yogesh Kadam, said that Marathi is the most important language to learn first, like it's part of the state's culture.
Then comes English, to be the second language.
Hindi is also an option, but it is not required.
Kadam emphasized that people who try to cause violence or create problems because of language will be punished, especially around the time of local elections, which makes the language debate more intense.
He mentioned that people can file complaints with the police instead of taking matters into their own hands.
Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam addressed language politics at the ETNow.in Business Conclave & Awards.
Kadam clarified the state's language policy, prioritizing Marathi followed by English, with Hindi as an option.
He stated violence related to language will not be tolerated, blaming political motives for tensions.
Kadam said Hindi is not the national language but is the most spoken language in India.
The ETNow.in Business Conclave & Awards 2025 - West Edition focused on Maharashtra's economic contributions.
- Who
- Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam
- What
- Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam addressed language-related issues and clarified language policy.
- Where
- ETNow.in Business Conclave & Awards 2025 – West Edition, Mumbai
- When
- Thursday
- Why
- To clarify the government's stance on language, address recent violence, and discuss the role of language in the state.
Pro-Marathi View
Pro-Hindi/English View
Language Importance
Pro-Marathi View
Emphasizes the cultural importance of Marathi and advocates for its primacy.
Pro-Hindi/English View
Considers other languages as equally or more important.
Compulsory Hindi
Pro-Marathi View
Expresses a concern that Hindi is being imposed in Maharashtra
Pro-Hindi/English View
Views Hindi as being a national language.
Key facts
- Event
- ETNow.in Business Conclave & Awards 2025 – West Edition
- Minister
- Yogesh Kadam, Minister of State for Home
- Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Marathi Language
- Priority
- English Language
- Second Priority
- Hindi Language
- Optional





