“Hindi Controversy: Centre’s ‘Arrogant’ Imposition Sparks Fierce Opposition in Tamil Nadu”

The battle over the Hindi language policy has taken a new turn, with Tamil Nadu politicians accusing the Centre of “arrogant” imposition. The central government’s insistence on making Hindi a mandatory subject in schools across India has fueled strong reactions from Tamil Nadu, a state known for its strong linguistic identity.

The Tamil Nadu government and its political allies have slammed the move, accusing the Centre of undermining the state’s sovereignty over its educational curriculum. Tamil Nadu, where Tamil is the official language, has consistently rejected any form of Hindi imposition, viewing it as a threat to local language and culture.

Critics argue that the Centre’s policy is an overreach, and its heavy-handed approach disregards the diverse linguistic landscape of India. Tamil Nadu’s leaders, including those from opposition parties, have condemned the Centre’s “arrogance,” saying that a country as linguistically diverse as India cannot have a uniform policy on language. They argue that the focus should be on encouraging multilingualism, where regional languages like Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali are given equal importance.

Proponents of the Centre’s policy argue that Hindi plays a crucial role in fostering communication and national unity, but the controversy has only deepened the divide between the federal government and the southern state.