MK Stalin Slams Yogi Adityanath Over Language Row: The Political Face-Off Heats Up
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, sparking a renewed debate around linguistic identity and federal values. The clash began when Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused Stalin of fostering division based on language and region, in response to Stalin’s opposition to the three-language policy and delimitation proposals.
Stalin Defends Tamil Nadu’s Two-Language Policy
In a post on X, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, asserting that Tamil Nadu’s stand on language and delimitation is “fair and firm.”
He further stated, “Just watch their leaders’ interviews—BJP is clearly rattled.” Stalin dismissed Yogi’s comments as “political black comedy at its darkest,” once again affirming his government’s commitment to linguistic diversity without imposition.
Tamil Nadu’s fair and firm voice on #TwoLanguagePolicy and #FairDelimitation is echoing nationwide—and the BJP is clearly rattled. Just watch their leaders’ interviews.
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) March 27, 2025
And now Hon’ble Yogi Adityanath wants to lecture us on hate? Spare us. This isn’t irony—it’s political black… https://t.co/NzWD7ja4M8
Yogi Adityanath Questions Hindi Opposition, Stalin Responds
Yogi Adityanath, in a recent interview with ANI, claimed that MK Stalin was dividing India based on language, questioning why anyone would oppose Hindi when Tamil is widely respected. In reaction, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, stating,
“We don’t oppose any language; we oppose imposition and chauvinism.”
National Education Policy: A Flashpoint in the Language Row
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 remains at the center of this dispute. Tamil Nadu has refused to implement the three-language formula outlined in NEP, fearing it may lead to Hindi imposition. MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, maintaining that Tamil Nadu values multilingualism but not forced conformity.
Delimitation Sparks Further Tensions
The controversy escalated with Stalin’s criticism of the upcoming delimitation exercise, which he believes will unfairly benefit northern states. Dismissing his concerns, Yogi Adityanath said that Stalin was pushing a political agenda. In retaliation, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, calling for a fair approach that rewards states like Tamil Nadu for effective population control.
Stalin Highlights Funding Cuts by Centre
Adding to the tension, Stalin revealed that ₹2,152 crore meant for Tamil Nadu’s Samagra Shiksha scheme was withheld by the Centre. Once again, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, stating that this move was an attempt to pressure Tamil Nadu into implementing NEP.
Freedom of Language vs. Centralized Policy
MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, arguing that forcing a language policy goes against the federal principles of the Constitution. While Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan claims NEP allows linguistic flexibility, Stalin continues to resist what he calls “backdoor imposition” of Hindi.
Tamil Nadu’s Historical Resistance to Language Imposition
Tamil Nadu has a long-standing history of opposing the imposition of Hindi. In keeping with this tradition, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row, defending the state’s autonomy over language education and cultural identity.
Political and Cultural Implications of the Language Dispute
With elections looming, the debate has grown more political than ever. MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row not only to uphold Tamil pride but also to send a message that regional identity should not be undermined for electoral gain.
A Battle for Dignity and Justice
In his closing remarks, MK Stalin slams Yogi Adityanath over language row once again, saying,
“This is not riot-for-votes politics. This is a battle for dignity and justice.”
As the row intensifies, the spotlight remains on how India balances national unity with cultural diversity.