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Education
Maharashtra Mandates Marathi in Schools; Violators Face Derecognition
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 30 Jun 2026, 04:45 AM
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Maharashtra has made the Marathi language compulsory in all schools within the state. Educational institutions failing to comply risk losing their recognition.
The Maharashtra government has enacted a new policy making the Marathi language a mandatory subject in all schools across the state. This directive applies to all educational institutions operating within Maharashtra's borders, irrespective of their affiliation or curriculum.
Under the new regulation, schools found to be non-compliant with the mandate risk severe penalties. The government has stipulated that educational bodies that fail to implement Marathi as a compulsory subject will face derecognition. This move aims to promote the state's official language among students.
The decision underscores the state's commitment to preserving and propagating Marathi culture and language. Further details regarding the implementation timeline and specific enforcement mechanisms are expected to be communicated to schools shortly.
Under the new regulation, schools found to be non-compliant with the mandate risk severe penalties. The government has stipulated that educational bodies that fail to implement Marathi as a compulsory subject will face derecognition. This move aims to promote the state's official language among students.
The decision underscores the state's commitment to preserving and propagating Marathi culture and language. Further details regarding the implementation timeline and specific enforcement mechanisms are expected to be communicated to schools shortly.