Tamil MPs protest Hindi name for Trichy railway entrance

tamil.indianexpress.com (Tamil)

Tamil MPs have protested the Southern Railway's decision to name the Trichy railway entrance "Kartavya Dwar" in Hindi. The name, meaning "Gateway of Duty," is seen by MPs as an imposition of Hindi, disregarding Tamil language and sentiments. They demand the immediate removal of the Hindi name and its replacement with a Tamil one. This incident highlights ongoing concerns in Tamil Nadu regarding the promotion of Hindi in official capacities and public spaces.


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