Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the classical language status will boost research and education in Marathi. Addressing a function in Mumbai, two days after the Union Cabinet approved the classical language tag for Marathi and four other languages, Mr Modi said, it was a “golden moment” for the Marathi language.

Mr Modi  said that Marathi is a historical language whose knowledge sources have guided several generations. The Marathi language showcased literature, religion, social reforms, the freedom movement over the years. He also noted that the culture, history, literature, and folk art are linked to the language.

The Prime Minister said the classical language status will help boost research and education in the Marathi language and appealed to Marathi speakers to ensure that the languages reaches a global audience. Mr Modi emphasized that the union government always encourage imparting education in the mother tongue. He mentioned that as per the national education policy, medical and engineering studies can be pursued in the Marathi language. He said, the BJP lead government at the centre ensured that the operative part in court judgement is given in the mother tongue.