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Hindi Unites India, Preserves Culture: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh on World Hindi Day

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh emphasized Hindi's role as a unifying force in India's diverse linguistic landscape during World Hindi Day celebrations. Foreign diplomats, including the Norwegian and Slovak Ambassadors, extended greetings and noted Hindi's importance in connecting people and cultures globally. The day commemorates January 10, 1949, when Hindi was first spoken in the UN General Assembly, and Hindi is the third most spoken language worldwide. The observance, officially adopted in 2006, features global events promoting the language's rich legacy.

Key Points: World Hindi Day: Leaders Highlight Hindi's Unifying Role

  • Hindi serves as a unifying thread in India
  • Language keeps culture alive
  • Ambassadors highlight Hindi's global connective role
  • Day marks first UNGA speech in Hindi in 1949
  • Hindi is world's third most spoken language
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"Hindi unites us all and keeps our culture alive": MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh on Vishwa Hindi Diwas

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh and foreign envoys celebrate Vishwa Hindi Diwas, emphasizing Hindi's role in uniting India's diversity and connecting cultures globally.

"Language plays an important role in nation building, and hindi is our common language. - Kirti Vardhan Singh"

New Delhi, January 10

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Friday underlined the role of language in nation-building, saying that Hindi serves as a unifying thread in India's diverse linguistic landscape.

Attending World Hindi Diwas organised at the CB Muthamma Hall in Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan, Singh said, "Language plays an important role in nation building, and hindi is our common language. There are many languages in the country, and Hindi is one that unites us all. It won't be exaggerated to say that language keeps the culture alive."

Norwegian Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener extended her greetings on the occassion, underlining how Hindi plays an important role in connecting people across cultures. "My greeting for all on Hindi Diwas. Hindi is a language that connects people, cultures and different parts of the world," she said to the reporters.

Echoing similar sentiments, Slovak Ambassador to India Robert Maxian conveyed his wishes through a post on X.

"Dear Citizens of India, heartfelt wishes for the New Year and warm greetings on #WorldHindiDay. Indo-Slovak relations continue to grow through strong political ties, rising trade & investments and cultural exchanges. May 2026 bring prosperity to all," the post read.

Every year on January 10, World Hindi Day, also known as Vishwa Hindi Diwas, is commemorated. Vishwa Hindi Diwas was formed to mark the day when Hindi was first spoken in the UNGA in 1949. With about 600 million speakers globally, Hindi is the third most widely spoken language in the world after Mandarin Chinese and English.

In 1950, Hindi was made the official language of the Union of India. The official language of India is designated as Hindi in the Devanagari script in Article 343 of the Indian Constitution. Rashtra Bhasha Prachar Samiti, Wardha, had the idea for the inaugural World Hindi Conference in 1973. On January 10, 1975, Nagpur hosted the event. Its goal was to spread the language throughout the world. A total of 122 representatives from 30 nations attended the conference.

The very first World Hindi Day was celebrated on January 10, 2006. Dr Manmohan Singh, a former prime minister, adopted it. Numerous activities are planned on this day all around the world to honour the language's rich legacy and to promote it. These are frequently hosted by educational institutions and take the form of literary contests, public forums, and cultural events.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's heartening to see foreign ambassadors appreciating Hindi. Shows our soft power! But as a Tamilian, I hope the promotion of Hindi doesn't come at the cost of other beautiful Indian languages. Let's celebrate multilingualism.
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Vikram M
600 million speakers worldwide! That's a massive number. Hindi cinema and music have played a huge role in this global reach. From Mauritius to Fiji, the language connects the diaspora. A day to feel proud.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, I have a different view. Calling Hindi the "common language" can feel exclusionary to millions in South India and the Northeast. English often serves as a more neutral link language between states. Unity shouldn't be forced through one language.
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Sarah B
As someone who learned Hindi after moving to Delhi for work, I can say it truly opened up India for me. It's not just a language, it's a gateway to understanding the culture, the humour, and the warmth of the people here. Happy Vishwa Hindi Diwas!
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Karthik V
The historical context is interesting—first spoken in the UN in 1949. We should focus on making Hindi more accessible and modern, incorporating technical and scientific terms, so it can thrive in the 21st century as a language of knowledge, not just culture.

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