During an event commemorating the 200th anniversary of Hindi journalism, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis underscored the critical role of education in one's mother tongue and the significance of value-based journalism in national development. He articulated that knowledge and cultural values are best transmitted through native languages, enhancing cognitive understanding. Fadnavis paid homage to the historical contributions of Hindi journalism, particularly its influence during India’s independence movement, citing the first Hindi newspaper, Udant Martand, as a pivotal force in shaping public discourse. He also remarked on the evolving landscape of journalism, where the advent of digital media has altered information dissemination, yet stressed that maintaining accuracy and credibility remains paramount. Furthermore, he noted the longstanding cultural ties between Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing the shared linguistic heritage of Hindi and Marathi. The event also featured Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who highlighted Hindi's status as the third-most-spoken language worldwide, reinforcing its unifying role.