A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Telangana government’s decision to impose Telugu as a mandatory second language for students in national and international boards was heard by the High Court. The bench refused to grant interim relief and instructed the state to submit a comprehensive action plan within two weeks
The mandate sparked widespread concern among students and parents, who felt that it limits their academic freedom and disregards their choice of language preferences
As per the order issued by Principal Secretary to Government (FAC) (Education department) N Sridhar, School Education director has been asked to take steps to implement the Telugu as compulsory subject from the academic year 2025-26 scrupulously.
Kuan shared a video on her Instagram Stories showing her sitting with Rashmika Mandanna, taking Telugu lessons from the actress. In the video, Kuan calls Rashmika her "new friend," while Rashmika repeats the same phrase in Telugu from the background.
In his message, he celebrated the rich heritage and musical beauty of the Telugu language, often called the “Italian of the East.” He praised Telugu as a beacon of light that has illuminated culture for thousands of years.
Lauding the Lions Clubs for their service during the lockdown and other activities, he appealed to the members of the Lions Clubs to take the responsibility of protecting the Telugu language
