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Education
Maharashtra Mandates Marathi in Schools, Rs 1 Lakh Fine for Non-Compliance
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 30 Jun 2026, 12:32 AM
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Maharashtra has declared Marathi as a compulsory language in all schools across the state, with a penalty of ₹1 lakh for non-compliance.
The Maharashtra government has made the Marathi language compulsory in all schools operating within the state. This decision extends to all educational institutions, regardless of their affiliation or board.
Minister Bhuse announced the new mandate, emphasizing the importance of promoting the regional language. A significant penalty has been stipulated for schools that fail to adhere to this directive.
Violations of this new rule will attract a fine of ₹1 lakh. This measure aims to ensure the widespread use and preservation of Marathi among students in Maharashtra.
Minister Bhuse announced the new mandate, emphasizing the importance of promoting the regional language. A significant penalty has been stipulated for schools that fail to adhere to this directive.
Violations of this new rule will attract a fine of ₹1 lakh. This measure aims to ensure the widespread use and preservation of Marathi among students in Maharashtra.