Over 50 Marathi schools in US to get support from Maharashtra government
The Bay Area school, in operation since 2005, currently has around 300 students enrolled.Across the US, more than 50 Marathi schools function in similar ways, sustained by community effort but without formal backing.At the meeting, the Mandal representatives conveyed that official support, such as a standard curriculum, examination framework, and recognition, would help improve teaching quality and simplify administration.They also pointed out that formal certification could encourage wider participation from parents and volunteers.GOVERNMENT ASSURES COOPERATIONIn response, Mr Shelar said he would take up the matter with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and School Education Minister Dada Bhuse.He assured the group that the Maharashtra government would extend full cooperation.This would include access to curriculum materials, official endorsement letters, and other documentation that could support the functioning and recognition of these schools.The visit reflects a growing awareness of the role that diaspora communities play in keeping regional languages and cultures alive.Though these schools are not part of any formal education network, their contribution to preserving linguistic heritage outside India is significant.With this assurance from the minister, the volunteers and families running these schools now await concrete steps.If implemented, this support may provide structure to their efforts and help strengthen the long-term sustainability of Marathi language learning in the diaspora.- Ends
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