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‘Kerala can promote Malayalam, not impose it, we will oppose this law’: Siddaramaiah

January 9, 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has strongly opposed Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, which seeks to make Malayalam the compulsory first language in Kannada-medium schools. He argues that the bill undermines linguistic freedom and the rights of Kannada speakers, particularly in border areas like Kasaragod.

‘Kerala can promote Malayalam, not impose it, we will oppose this law’: Siddaramaiah

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Key Highlights

Siddaramaiah warns of strong opposition to Kerala's Malayalam Language Bill.
The bill mandates Malayalam as the first language in Kannada-medium schools.
Siddaramaiah describes the bill as a coercive approach to language promotion.
Concerns raised about the impact on linguistic rights of Kannada speakers.

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‘Kerala can promote Malayalam, not impose it, we will oppose this law’: Siddaramaiah

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