Maharashtra's Language Policy Update: Existing System Likely to Continue
Hindi push in Maharashtra’s schools on hold? Balbharati textbook list hints Maharashtra may retain existing language system
The Indian Express
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Maharashtra's state government has not yet decided on implementing a three-language policy for primary schools, as indicated by the recent textbook list from Balbharati for the 2026-27 academic year. The continuity of existing language structures suggests that Marathi- and English-medium schools will maintain their current two-language system for now.
- 01Maharashtra's government has yet to announce changes to the language policy for primary schools.
- 02The newly released textbook list indicates a continuation of the existing two-language system.
- 03Opposition arose against making Hindi a compulsory third language in Marathi- and English-medium schools.
- 04The three-language policy debate led to the formation of a committee to review its implementation.
- 05Educationists believe the current language-learning structure will remain unchanged for the upcoming academic year.
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Nearly three months after the Maharashtra government's three-language policy committee submitted its report, there is still no announcement regarding changes for primary school language requirements. The recently released textbook list by Balbharati for the 2026-27 academic year suggests that the existing language-learning system will continue. The list shows no changes in the textbooks for Classes 2, 3, 4, and 6, indicating that Marathi- and English-medium schools will maintain their current practice of teaching two languages, while other mediums will continue with three languages. The debate on this policy intensified after the state proposed making Hindi a compulsory third language in state board schools, leading to significant opposition from various stakeholders. Following backlash, the government withdrew its earlier directives and formed a committee led by Dr. Narendra Jadhav to reassess the three-language formula. However, as of now, the absence of formal communication regarding changes implies that the existing language structure will remain in place for the upcoming academic year.
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The continuation of the existing language system means that students in Marathi- and English-medium schools will not face the additional burden of learning a third language, allowing them to focus on their current curriculum.
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