Ravi Kishan's Push for Bhojpuri: A Cultural Revival

Bhojpuri superstar and BJP MP Ravi Kishan has introduced a private member bill in Lok Sabha to include Bhojpuri in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. Kishan emphasizes the rich cultural history and literature of Bhojpuri, aiming to promote the language and its recognition on a national level.

Bhojpuri superstar and BJP MP Ravi Kishan has introduced a private member bill in Lok Sabha, aiming to include Bhojpuri in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. This would officially recognize Bhojpuri as a national language.

Ravi Kishan expressed his desire to highlight that Bhojpuri is not merely associated with crass songs but has a rich cultural history and literature that deserves recognition and promotion. He noted the language's widespread understanding and usage both in India and abroad.

The bill emphasizes Bhojpuri's significant contributions to literature and its potential to provide employment opportunities in the film and music industries. Kishan's proposal seeks to give Bhojpuri the recognition it deserves, facilitating its growth and development as a prominent language.