Celebrating Linguistic Diversity: Mamata Banerjee's Call for Respect on International Mother Language Day

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized the importance of respecting all languages while celebrating International Mother Language Day. Highlighting Bengali as the world's fifth most spoken language, she also urged unity and harmony. The event honored the recognition of Bengali and promoted other regional languages in schools.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while speaking at Deshapriya Park in celebration of International Mother Language Day, urged the public to respect all languages as much as they respect their own. She emphasized that Bengali, being the world's fifth most spoken language, should be a source of pride for its speakers.

Banerjee stressed the need for mutual respect, stating, 'There is bound to be a sentimental attachment with the Bengali language for those whose mother tongue it is, but one must be equally respectful to others' languages.' She paid tribute to every language and shared a poem on peace and unity.

While avoiding political discussions about other countries, Banerjee noted Bengali's recognition as a classical language, credited to efforts by figures like state education minister Bratya Basu. She also highlighted initiatives to promote languages such as Rajbanshi, Urdu, Gorkha, and Ol Chiki in schools.