Tamil Nadu’s Deputy Chief Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, recently highlighted the importance of resisting Hindi imposition to safeguard Tamil identity and culture. Stalin criticized the central government’s language policies, such as the National Education Policy and the three-language formula, accusing them of favoring Hindi. He emphasized the need for students to be vigilant against such tactics and stand up for the Tamil language and education. Referring to past anti-Hindi protests, Stalin underscored the significance of protecting Tamil heritage. The deputy chief minister’s remarks come amidst ongoing debates about language politics in India, particularly concerning the dominance of Hindi.