New Delhi, Amid the language controversy, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made a big statement. He said that English speakers in the country will soon feel ashamed. The Home Minister stressed that native languages ​​are central to India's identity and should get priority over foreign languages.

What is the full statement

Speaking at a book release function, Shah said, In this country, English speakers will soon feel ashamed. The creation of such a society is not far away. I believe that the languages ​​of our country are the gems of our culture. Without our languages, we cannot truly remain Indian. English will be seen as a symbol of colonial slavery across the world.

Call for linguistic heritage
He also called for renewed efforts across the country to reclaim India's linguistic heritage. He stressed, "No foreign language is enough to understand our country, our culture, our history and our religion. A complete India cannot be imagined through incomplete foreign languages." The BJP leader further said, "I am fully aware of how difficult this battle is, but I am confident that Indian society will win it. Once again, with self-respect, we will run our country in our own languages ​​and also lead the world." Amit Shah's remarks come at a time when some southern and opposition-ruled states have accused the Centre of imposing Hindi through the implementation of the 'three-language formula', a part of the New Education Policy (NEP).