Amit Shah to Engage with CMs and Citizens in Native Languages Post-December
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Synopsis
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced he will communicate with state leaders and citizens in their native languages after December, countering corruption. He emphasized the cultural significance of every language in India.
Key Takeaways
- Amit Shah to communicate in native languages post-December.
- Response to corruption masked by language.
- Promotion of regional languages in education.
- Criticism of Tamil Nadu government’s language policies.
- Padma Awards democratized for ordinary contributors.
New Delhi, March 21 (NationPress) Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday that after December, he would engage with Chief Ministers, MPs, ministers, and citizens from all states in their native language. He emphasized that this approach would be a robust response to individuals who exploit language to mask their corruption. “Every language of India is a jewel of our culture,” he stated.
During his address in the Rajya Sabha, HM Shah remarked: “Today, I want to convey from this platform that we have been urging the Tamil Nadu government for two years to translate engineering and medical studies into Tamil. Your financial interests are at stake. However, once our government is in place, we will guarantee that medical and engineering courses in Tamil Nadu are taught in Tamil.”
The Home Minister elaborated that while critics might label the government as anti-South Indian languages, “How can we oppose any state’s language? We belong to the same region—I hail from Gujarat.”
He also pointed out that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who represents Tamil Nadu, would never endorse any opposition to the Tamil language.
Amit Shah highlighted the government's initiatives in advancing regional languages by translating significant courses like engineering and medical education into local tongues. He challenged those who disseminate negativity about languages, asserting: “You might favor a language from thousands of kilometers away, but why reject Indian languages?” He underscored that a Tamil-speaking child can thrive in Gujarat, Delhi, or Kashmir, promoting national unity over divisive language politics.
The Home Minister criticized those who utilize language as a tool for concealing corruption. “We will unveil these matters, going village by village,” he declared.
This statement was made in response to allegations from the Tamil Nadu government, claiming that the Centre was imposing Hindi upon the state.
During his address in the Rajya Sabha, HM Shah discussed the Language Department within his ministry, which is dedicated to promoting the use of Indian languages. He noted that efforts are underway to enhance Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali, Assamese, and all regional languages.
HM Shah further asserted that Hindi is the “sister” of all Indian languages, maintaining that Hindi fortifies every Indian language, and no language stands in competition with Hindi.
He mentioned that his government had submitted three reports regarding official languages to the President, reaffirming the administration's commitment to the development of all Indian languages.
Additionally, the Home Minister highlighted that the Padma Awards have been democratized, with individuals from ordinary backgrounds, who have dedicated their lives to making small yet impactful changes in society, now receiving these esteemed awards.
