Mon Feb 17 18:12:36 UTC 2025: ## Tamil Nadu Rejects Three-Language Policy in National Education Policy

**Chennai, February 17, 2025** – Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has firmly rejected the three-language policy proposed in the National Education Policy (NEP), stating that the state will not accept it under any circumstances. He reiterated the state’s commitment to its existing two-language policy, echoing the stance of former Chief Minister C.N. Annadurai.

Mr. Stalin criticized the Union government’s alleged step-motherly treatment of Tamil Nadu, highlighting a lack of significant project funding in the recent Union Budget despite the state’s substantial tax contributions. He dismissed concerns that only Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal oppose the NEP, emphasizing the principle of “Unity in Diversity” and the unique identity of each Indian state.

The Deputy Chief Minister cited Tamil Nadu’s top national ranking in Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) as evidence of the success of the two-language policy, pointing to the achievements of Tamil-medium educated doctors and scientists. He also confirmed that a state-appointed committee reviewed the PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme but ultimately rejected it.

Earlier in the day, Mr. Stalin inspected the construction of the ₹7.79 crore Kalaignar Centenary Boxing Academy and a ₹3 crore mini-stadium in Chennai.

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