, stating that it infringes upon the state’s autonomy in educational matters. The state government argues that the NEP undermines the two-language policy followed in Tamil Nadu and imposes three-language formula, which is against the interests of students in the state. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has raised concerns about the NEP’s impact on the state’s social justice and reservation policies. The government believes that the NEP could lead to centralization of education and dilution of state board syllabus. The Tamil Nadu government has also criticized the proposal to set up a Higher Education Commission of India, as it could override the powers of the state government in matters of higher education. The state has suggested modifications to the NEP to address these concerns and has urged the central government to consider the state’s perspective. The opposition to the NEP in Tamil Nadu reflects broader concerns about preserving the state’s cultural and linguistic identity. With the state government taking a firm stand against the implementation of the NEP, the future of the policy in Tamil Nadu remains uncertain. It is essential for the central and state governments to engage in dialogue and find a middle ground to ensure that the education system in Tamil Nadu meets the needs and aspirations of its students while aligning with national priorities.