Teach Marathi or lose recognition: Maharashtra govt warns schools
Indian Express·4h ago·Fear
What Happened
Maharashtra's School Education Department issued a Government Resolution Friday enforcing mandatory Marathi teaching in all schools, Classes 1-10. Non-compliance risks fines up to Rs 1 lakh and derecognition. Schools will face inspections within two months; violators get 15-day notices. The Marathi Language Act 2020 applies regardless of board affiliation. Continued violations may result in cancellation of recognition.
Key Entities
MaharashtraSchool Education DepartmentMarathi Language Act 2020Rs 1 lakh fineClasses 1-10Government Resolution