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The Maharashtra government has made Marathi compulsory for communication in all state government and municipal offices, warning that employees who fail to comply will face disciplinary action. The directive, issued through a government resolution, aims to reinforce Marathi as the primary language of administration.
Under the new mandate, all verbal and written communication in government offices must be in Marathi. Officials said strict monitoring will be implemented, and violations could lead to penalties under service rules.
This move is seen as a step towards strengthening the linguistic identity of Maharashtra. While similar measures were introduced earlier, this is the first time the state has outlined strict enforcement policies. Departments have been instructed to ensure adherence, and employees unfamiliar with Marathi may receive training to comply with the new regulation.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions. Pro-Marathi groups have welcomed it, calling it necessary for preserving the state’s linguistic heritage. However, critics argue that rigid enforcement could create difficulties for non-Marathi-speaking employees working in government offices.
With this policy now in effect, Marathi will dominate government communication, further solidifying its role as the official language of Maharashtra.
