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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Janasena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has called for promoting linguistic diversity in India. He stated that the country needs not just two but many languages, including Tamil. Addressing a public meeting in Pithapuram on Jana Sena’s 12th Foundation Day, he asserted that multiple languages benefit national unity.
Pawan Kalyan, a key ally of the NDA, highlighted that his party has supporters beyond Andhra Pradesh, including in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. He noted that Tamil speakers are listening to his Telugu speeches and expressed gratitude for their support. Demonstrating his commitment to linguistic diversity, he addressed the gathering in Hindi, Tamil, Marathi, Kannada and English.
He urged Indians to embrace linguistic diversity, arguing that it fosters national integration and harmony. He stressed that India is a melting pot of cultures and languages, and this diversity should be accepted with pride
"Multiple languages are good for our country. The same principle should apply to all states including Tamil Nadu. We have political supporters in Tamil Nadu too. Our party has supporters in Maharashtra and Karnataka as well. I learned that Tamil people are listening to my Telugu speeches. I am grateful for the love shown by Tamil people," Pawan Kalyan said.
His remarks come amid an ongoing debate over the three-language formula under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Tamil Nadu has opposed key aspects of the policy, leading to the Centre allegedly withholding Rs 573 crore in education funds under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).
As per NEP rules, states must comply with the policy to receive SSA funding, where 60 per cent of the funds come from the Centre. Similarly, under the PM SHRI scheme, states must sign an MoU with the central government committing to NEP implementation to access central funds.
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