Hindi Diwas 2024: Hindi language is one of the official languages of our country. Currently, Hindi is the third most spoken language in the world after English and Mandarin. Around 60 crore people around the world use this language as their spoken language. Given the importance of Hindi language, 14 September is celebrated as Hindi Day every year in our country. Every year on this day cultural programs are organized in schools/colleges as well as various places.
Why Hindi Diwas is celebrated on 14 September in India
Hindi language (Devanagari script) was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India as the official language of the country on 14 September 1949 and it got approval. For this reason, National Hindi Diwas is celebrated on this day every year. Let us tell you that apart from this day, every year 10 January is celebrated as World Hindi Day.
Importance of Hindi Diwas
It is very important in India both from cultural and linguistic point of view. It underlines the linguistic heritage of the country and promotes the use of Hindi in daily communication. This day is celebrated in schools, colleges and government institutions across the country with various programs including essay competition, poetry recitation and debate. These activities are designed to raise awareness about the role of Hindi in promoting national unity.
Purpose of celebrating Hindi Diwas
The purpose of celebrating Hindi Diwas is to promote our official language around the world. Our government has also worked to promote Hindi in various departments by making many important changes. Hindi language is considered a connecting language in our country and it also strengthens national unity. For this reason, programs are organized in Hindi language in the country as well as abroad and people are explained the importance of Hindi language.
Where is Hindi spoken in India
Hindi is mainly spoken in states like Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Punjab. Talking about countries, Hindi is also spoken in Mauritius, Nepal, Fuji, Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago.
