The Times of India

Maharashtra makes Marathi mandatory in Classes 1-10; Govt warns schools of strict action for violations

The Maharashtra government has made Marathi a compulsory subject from Classes 1 to 10 in all affiliated schools, warning of strict action against institutions that fail to comply. Education Minister Dada Bhuse also announced a statewide inspection drive and reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting Marathi and expanding lessons on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in school textbooks.