Marathi community settled in Nigeria expressed joy at Marathi language getting the status of classical language when they met Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on official tour of the African nation.
The PM also lauded the Marathi community for being connected to their culture and roots during his interaction with the community members.
In Nigeria, the Marathi community expressed joy at Marathi being conferred the status of a Classical Language. It is truly commendable how they remain connected to their culture and roots. pic.twitter.com/hVDVykAGi2
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 16, 2024
In a post on X, the PM wrote, “In Nigeria, the Marathi community expressed joy at Marathi being conferred the status of a Classical Language. It is truly commendable how they remain connected to their culture and roots.”