Marathi Language Day: A Celebration of Our Mother Tongue

February 27, 2025, Pune: Marathi Language Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year on February 27 across Maharashtra and among Marathi-speaking communities. This day is observed in honor of the birth anniversary of the renowned poet and writer Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar (Kusumagraj).

Significance of Marathi Language Day

Marathi is the pride of Maharashtra, and this day serves as a tribute to its preservation and promotion. Schools and colleges organize various activities such as literary readings, elocution competitions, storytelling sessions, and poetry recitations.

Events and Activities

The Maharashtra government and various educational institutions host book fairs, Marathi literary conventions, and language workshops to promote correct usage and writing skills. Special initiatives are undertaken in schools to instill a love for Marathi among students.

Honoring Culture and Tradition

Marathi is not just a means of communication but also a reflection of Maharashtra’s rich cultural and literary heritage. Folk arts, theatre, cinema, and poetry play a crucial role in spreading the beauty of the language.

On this occasion of Marathi Language Day, let us take pride in our mother tongue and commit to its preservation and growth!