Dharmendra Pradhan releases 55 new books on literary works and classical languages

On Tuesday, the government highlighted its sustained focus on preserving and promoting Indian languages through a series of new initiatives.

A recent release of 55 scholarly volumes in classical Indian languages, including an interpretation of the Tirukkural in Sign Language, has marked an effort to draw attention to linguistic diversity and heritage.

These new works, published in Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, Odia, Tamil, and Sign Language, are designed to strengthen research and education around India’s rich linguistic traditions.

The government has framed these releases as part of a broader national movement.

"Delighted to release 55 scholarly volumes in classical Indian languages,



including interpretation of Tirukkural in Sign Language. These literary works in Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, Odia, Tamil and Sign Language is a part of our larger national effort to place India’s linguistic heritage at the centre of education, research and cultural pride," Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan wrote on X.

Indian languages have long played a central role in unifying the country’s diverse population.

"We are working towards popularising and preserving India's literary heritage. Indian languages are medium of expression and the government is committed towards these languages," the minister said, as reprted by PTI.

"There is no shortage of budget and a framework is being developed," Pradhan added.