In this episode of News that Matters, host Neeraj delves into the decades-long debate over language politics in India, particularly the controversy surrounding the imposition of Hindi. The discussion has gained momentum once again following Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's strong opposition to the National Education Policy (NEP), specifically its Three-Language Formula. Stalin and other critics argue that the policy is a backdoor attempt to impose Hindi on non-Hindi-speaking states, despite the policy stating that students can choose their languages. The resistance to Hindi imposition is not new. The episode explores the historical roots of the conflict, dating back to 1937 when Hindi was first introduced in Tamil Nadu schools, sparking mass protests led by Periyar and the Self-Respect Movement. The debate intensified in the 1960s, with violent anti-Hindi protests forcing the Indian government to assure that English would continue as an official language alongside Hindi. The video also examines the political motivations behind the push for Hindi, questioning whether it is truly about national unity or an attempt by the ruling party to strengthen its influence in non-Hindi-speaking regions. The discussion highlights how multilingualism has always been a part of India's heritage and challenges the argument that a single language is necessary for national progress. With insights from history, politics, and contemporary developments, this episode critically analyzes whether the push for Hindi is about linguistic promotion or political dominance. Watch the full video to understand the complexities of India's language debate and its implications for federalism, identity, and democracy.