Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Haryana Minister Mandates Hindi in Education Department
The Haryana Education Minister wants all government work in his department to be done in Hindi because most people in the state speak it.
He thinks it is important for people to understand what the government is saying.
A Congress leader agreed that Hindi is important, but that people also need to learn English, because it can help them get better jobs and be more successful in the world.
English is key in technology and global work, so it’s important to know.
Haryana Education Minister wants all departmental work to be conducted in Hindi.
He stated Hindi is the national language and the majority of Haryana's population understands it.
Minister believes it's important for everyone to understand government correspondence.
A Congress leader agreed that Hindi is a national language but disagrees with not learning English.
The Congress leader feels English is essential for global opportunities in employment and technology.
- Who
- Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda.
- What
- The Haryana Education Minister wants all departmental work to be conducted in Hindi.
- When
- Reported on Wednesday, June 12.
- Where
- Haryana.
- Why
- To ensure the majority of people understand government correspondence.
Haryana Education Minister's Stance
Congress Leader's Counterpoint
Language Use in Government
Haryana Education Minister's Stance
Advocates for Hindi in government correspondence.
Congress Leader's Counterpoint
Importance of English for global opportunities.
Importance of English Education
Haryana Education Minister's Stance
Prioritizes Hindi understanding for citizens.
Congress Leader's Counterpoint
Believes English proficiency is essential for the youth.
- Department
- Haryana Education
- Minister
- Mahipal Dhanda
- Language advocated
- Hindi
- Opposition to proposal
- Randeep Singh Surjewala, Congress leader
- Surjewala's Argument
- Importance of English for global opportunities