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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended warm greetings for Hindi Diwas, connecting the language to growing global curiosity about Indian traditions. He specifically thanked linguists and enthusiasts worldwide who promote Hindi. Home Minister Amit Shah also celebrated the day, calling Hindi a crucial language for national unity and technological advancement. The day marks the 1949 adoption of Hindi in the Devanagari script as one of India's official languages.

Key Points: Jaishankar Says Hindi Diwas Reflects Global Interest in Indian Culture

  • Jaishankar links Hindi language to rising global interest in Indian traditions
  • Amit Shah calls Hindi a language of national unity and technological progress
  • Hindi Diwas commemorates its 1949 adoption as an official language
  • The language united citizens during the freedom struggle and Emergency periods
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Hindi important aspect of growing global interest in our culture, traditions: EAM extends wishes on Hindi Diwas

EAM Jaishankar and Home Minister Amit Shah extend Hindi Diwas greetings, highlighting Hindi's role in global cultural influence, national unity, and technological advancement.

"Hindi is an important aspect of the growing global interest in our culture and traditions - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, September 14

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar extended warm greetings on the occasion of Hindi Diwas on Sunday.

In a post on X, he highlighted how the Hindi language serves as an important aspect of the growing global interest in Indian culture and traditions.

The EAM thanked the linguists and Hindi language enthusiasts who strive for the promotion of the language across the world.

"Heartiest greetings on Hindi Diwas. Hindi is an important aspect of the growing global interest in our culture and traditions. Special greetings to all the linguists and Hindi lovers engaged in the promotion of Hindi language across the world," EAM wrote in a post on X.

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1967042586222408107

Earlier today, Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended greetings for 'Hindi Diwas' on Sunday and called Hindi a language of "national unity."

Amit Shah noted that Hindi is emerging as the language of "technology, science, and research".

Sharing an X post, he wrote, "Heartfelt greetings on Hindi Diwas! Hindi, serving as a bridge among the country's languages and dialects, is promoting national unity and is becoming the language of technology, science, and research."

He added that the language united citizens during the freedom struggle and the Emergency."

From the freedom struggle to the difficult days of the Emergency, Hindi has played a crucial role in binding the citizens of the country together. Hindi will continue to play an important role in building a 'developed' and linguistically 'self-reliant' India by taking all languages along," he wrote.

Hindi Diwas, celebrated annually on September 14, marks the adoption of Hindi as one of India's official languages. The day highlights the language's role in bridging diverse linguistic and cultural communities across India.

According to a press release, the Constituent Assembly on September 14, 1949, designated Hindi language in the Devanagari script as the official language of the Union of India.

The Department of Official Language under the Ministry of Home Affairs has played a vital role in promoting the use of Hindi in official matters since its inception in 1975.Last year, the central government celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of the Official Language.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
While Hindi is important, we must remember India's linguistic diversity. Promotion should not come at the cost of other beautiful Indian languages. All languages deserve equal respect and preservation.
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Amit W
Hindi truly connects us as a nation! From Bollywood songs to everyday conversations, it's the thread that binds diverse Indians together. Happy Hindi Diwas to all! 🎉
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Sarah B
As someone learning Hindi, I can confirm the growing global interest! The language opens doors to understanding Indian philosophy, literature, and way of life. Such a rich cultural treasure!
Karthik V
Good to see Hindi becoming prominent in technology and research fields. This will help bridge the digital divide and make technology more accessible to millions of Hindi speakers.
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Nisha Z
हिंदी दिवस की शुभकामनाएं! ❤️ Our language is indeed beautiful and connects us to our roots. Let's all make an effort to speak and write better Hindi while respecting other Indian languages too.

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