Opposition Pressure Forces Maharashtra Government to Reconsider Hindi Language Policy

In a significant political move, the Maharashtra government has withdrawn its earlier decision mandating Hindi as a third language for primary classes following vehement opposition. The retraction comes after intense pressure from both political opponents and civil society, marking a triumph for linguistic and cultural advocates in the region.

Aaditya Thackeray, MLA, alongside other opposition leaders such as Ambadas Danve and Bhaskar Jadhav, staged protests demanding a reversal of the government's language policy. The protests were marked by placards bearing 'Mi Marathi,' signaling a pushback against perceived cultural imposition.

The Maharashtra cabinet's decision to roll back their orders, alongside the formation of a new committee led by educationist Narendra Jadhav, underscores the contentious nature of language policies in the region. While some hailed the rollback as a victory, skepticism remains regarding the government's future commitments.

(With inputs from agencies.)