Language Debate Heats Up: DMK MP A Raja Clashes with PM Modi Over Division Allegations

DMK MP A Raja criticized PM Modi's remarks on language divisiveness, accusing him of fostering division. Raja challenged the PM's stance, promising strong resistance if language issues persist. Tamil leaders opposed the three-language policy, fearing RSS influence, while the PM emphasized India's shared linguistic heritage.

In a fiery response on Saturday, DMK MP A Raja lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for remarks suggesting that language-based divisions are being stoked in India. Raja accused the Prime Minister of fostering divisions himself and questioned the BJP's motives, asserting that it is the BJP, not regional parties, that is causing rifts.

Raja warned of strong resistance if Modi continues to address the language issue, hinting that frustration could echo in Parliament. Highlighting Tamil Nadu's concerns, Tamil Nadu Congress President Selvaperunthagai also criticized the BJP's alleged attempt to introduce RSS ideology through the three-language policy.

Prime Minister Modi, addressing misconceptions, stated on Friday that Indian languages have never experienced animosity but have instead influenced and enriched each other. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defended the government's stance, dismissing claims of language imposition under the National Education Policy, which is said not to compel Hindi learning in Tamil Nadu.