Tamil Nadu Opposes National Education Policy Over Language and Federalism Concerns

Chief Minister MK Stalin and DMK leaders criticize the central government, alleging the NEP imposes Hindi and undermines state autonomy.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has labeled the National Education Policy (NEP) as a 'saffronisation policy' that prioritizes Hindi over regional languages, threatening the state's education system.
The DMK has accused the BJP-led central government of using the NEP's three-language formula to impose Hindi on Tamil Nadu, which traditionally follows a two-language policy of Tamil and English.
Stalin claims the central government is withholding ₹2,152 crore in education funds to pressure Tamil Nadu into implementing the NEP, calling this an attack on federalism.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has denied accusations of Hindi imposition, arguing that the NEP promotes multilingualism and allows states to choose their languages.
The controversy has reignited longstanding tensions over language policies in Tamil Nadu, with opposition leaders urging unity against what they see as central overreach and threats to state rights.