By The Sampadak Express
Janasena Party chief and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, on Friday accused Tamil Nadu politicians of hypocrisy regarding the issue of Hindi imposition. Speaking at the party’s 12th foundation day celebration in Pithampuram, Kakinada, Kalyan questioned why Tamil Nadu leaders oppose Hindi while allowing their films to be dubbed in Hindi for financial gain. He emphasized that these politicians seek profits from Bollywood but refuse to accept the language.”
I do not understand why some criticize Sanskrit. Why do Tamil Nadu politicians oppose Hindi while allowing their movies to be dubbed in Hindi for financial gain? They want money from Bollywood but refuse to accept Hindi—what kind of logic is that?” Kalyan asked during his address.
Kalyan’s comments come in the wake of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s remarks on March 13, where he criticized the National Education Policy (NEP) as a “saffronized policy” designed to promote Hindi at the expense of regional languages like Tamil. Stalin had also accused the central government of withholding funds to pressure Tamil Nadu into adopting the NEP, claiming it would harm the state’s education system.
In his speech, Kalyan reaffirmed the importance of India’s linguistic diversity, stating that the country needs multiple languages, including Tamil, to foster unity and preserve its cultural integrity. He emphasized that India’s diversity should be celebrated, not reduced to just two dominant languages.
Chiranjeevi Backs Pawan Kalyan’s Views
Superstar Chiranjeevi expressed strong support for Pawan Kalyan’s stance, calling his speech at the Jana Sena Jayakethanam Sabha inspiring. “My dear brother @PawanKalyan, I was mesmerized by your speech. Just like the vast sea of people who attended, my heart was overwhelmed with emotion. I am confident that a leader who can fulfill the aspirations of the people has arrived. I wish you a victorious journey driven by public welfare,” Chiranjeevi tweeted.
The Hindi Imposition Controversy
The debate surrounding Hindi imposition has been a point of contention, especially after Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin’s criticism of the NEP. Stalin accused the policy of being a tool for promoting Hindi over regional languages, which he believes could undermine the Tamil education system. He also alleged that the central government’s refusal to release funds for Tamil Nadu schools was an effort to force the state into adopting the NEP.
The Tamil Nadu government has made it clear that they oppose the implementation of the NEP as it stands, citing concerns over its impact on regional language education and the state’s autonomy in managing its educational system.
As the controversy continues to unfold, both political leaders and the public await further developments on the issue.
