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The Chairman of the Kannada Development Authority (KDA), Purushottama Bilimale, has publicly criticized the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) for failing to announce annual awards for the study, research, and promotion of the Kannada language since 2019. Bilimale views this as neglect of the Kannada language by the Union Government and questions whether CIIL believes there are no deserving individuals in the Kannada literary community. He had previously discussed the matter with the Union Minister of Education who promised a resolution.

News Article:

Kannada Language Awards Stall: Official Accuses Central Institute of Neglect

Bengaluru, December 24, 2025 – Purushottama Bilimale, Chairman of the Kannada Development Authority (KDA), has issued a strong statement criticizing the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) in Mysuru for its failure to announce annual awards recognizing contributions to the study, research, and promotion of the Kannada language. The awards, a significant recognition within the Kannada literary community, have not been awarded since 2019.

In a press statement released Wednesday, Bilimale expressed his concern, stating that this prolonged absence of awards reflects a “neglect of the Union Government of Kannada language.” He further questioned whether CIIL has concluded that no individuals within the Kannada literary world are deserving of recognition.

Bilimale noted that he had raised the issue with Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan last year, receiving assurances that the situation would be addressed. However, the awards remain unannounced.

The KDA Chairman’s criticism highlights ongoing concerns about the support and recognition of regional languages within the Indian education and cultural landscape. The lack of these awards raises questions about the priorities and focus of institutions like CIIL. Further updates regarding the awards are expected soon.

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