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India Today
2 days ago
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Bihar teen says he wants to learn Kannada 'the real way' before moving to Bengaluru
A 19-year-old from Bihar won praise online after expressing his desire to learn Kannada deeply and respectfully, ahead of shifting to Bengaluru for a now-viral post on Reddit, the teen shared his emotional connection with Indian languages and his intent to treat Kannada as more than just a regional in Hindi and English, and familiar with Bhojpuri and Sanskrit, he said he feels all Indian languages belong to him 'I'm a 19-year-old male from Bihar, and there's a good chance I'll be moving to Bengaluru for college this August. I'm pretty comfortable with Hindi and English, can speak and understand Bhojpuri (though not as fluently as my parents lol), and I get Sanskrit decently well too,' the user said.'I've always felt like every Indian language belongs to me just as much as Hindi does,' he wrote, adding that he wants to connect with Kannada 'in a real, meaningful way' during his stay in made his post stand out was the clarity of his intention. He didn't want shortcuts or basic survival phrases. Instead, he said he hoped to absorb Kannada 'slowly and respectfully, like it's my own.''So, I wanted to ask you people: how do I start learning Kannada in a deep and pure way, not like crash courses or just tourist-style phrases, but actually absorbing the language slowly and respectfully, like it's my own?' the user also expressed interest in studying classical Kannada literature, with a special fascination for works linked to the Madhvacharya tradition and devotional compositions by Purandara Dasa.'Also, I'm super interested in reading religious/philosophical works from Madhvacharya's tradition, works of Purandara Dasa, and classic Kannada novels. I don't know a single word of Kannada yet, so I'd love suggestions on where and how to begin, books, YouTube, apps, anything that worked for you,' he said as he concluded his a look at the viral post here:Reddit users flooded the comments section of the post with advice, motivation, and helpful of the users reassured him, saying he would pick it up naturally through everyday interaction, while another encouraged him to stay curious and respectful, calling it the best way to learn any language.'Learn a few everyday words and phrases as time goes by. By the time you're out of college, you'll have some knowledge without dedicated learning. After that, if your job keeps you here, then think about learning properly. Many companies provide classes in-house as well (that's how I learned to speak). My mother tongue is not Hindi,' a user user added, 'As you are coming to study, don't fret about it. You'll definitely pick up Kannada by interacting with your classmates. It will be easier as a student compared to being an employee. You'll make friends and learn.'advertisementSeveral users shared links to Kannada YouTube channels and suggested starting with simple phrases. Others mentioned that many organisations in Bengaluru offer language assistance to the comments here:What resonated most was his humility. At a time when language debates often lead to polarised arguments, his post served as a gentle reminder of what respectful curiosity looks InMust Watch
NDTV
3 days ago
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- NDTV
Bihar Student's Heartfelt Quest To Learn Kannada Before Bengaluru Move Wins Hearts
A 19-year-old Bihari student's heartfelt Reddit post about learning Kannada before moving to Bengaluru for college has gone viral, earning widespread praise. The student's genuine enthusiasm and respectful tone have resonated with many, especially in a time of increasing language-related tensions in India. The teen, who is fluent in Hindi and English, with a working knowledge of Bhojpuri and Sanskrit, expressed a deep emotional connection to all Indian languages, saying he wants to embrace Kannada as a way to belong, not just as an outsider. "I've always felt like every Indian language belongs to me just as much as Hindi does — whether it's Bengali, Odia, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada... they all feel like a part of me. And now that life's giving me the chance to live in Karnataka for 4+ years, I want to connect with Kannada in a real, meaningful way," he wrote in the post. He said that he prefers to absorb the language naturally and respectfully, rather than relying on shortcuts. The student also expressed his eagerness to explore classical Kannada literature, particularly the works of Madhvacharya and Purandara Dasa. "So I wanted to ask you people: how do I start learning Kannada deeply and purely — not like crash courses or just tourist-style phrases, but absorbing the language slowly and respectfully, like it's my own?", he added. See the post here: Moving to Bengaluru this August — How do I learn Kannada the real way, not the crash course way? by u/Mundane-Amoeba-8096 in Bengaluru The post received overwhelming support on Reddit, with users offering tips on learning Kannada, such as starting with basic phrases, watching Kannada YouTube channels, and casually interacting with classmates. Some also suggested leveraging college language support programs to ease the learning process. One user wrote, "Learn a few everyday words and phrases as time goes by. By the time you're out of college, you'll have some knowledge without dedicated learning. After that, if you're job keeps you here then think about learning properly. Many companies provide classes in-house as well(that's how I learned to speak). My mother tongue is not Hindi." Another commented, "Make friends with locals and they will teach you a little bit." A third said, "As you are coming to study, don't fret about it. You'll pick up Kannada by interacting with your classmates. It will be easier as a student compared to being an employee. You'll make friends and learn." A fourth added, "By speaking to people. If you don't understand something, ask people, and that's the best way. People come out of their way to welcome you and encourage you learning Kannada."
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
'I want to connect with Kannada': Bihar teen's post on moving to Bengaluru goes viral
A Reddit post by a 19-year-old from Bihar, expressing his desire to learn Kannada deeply and respectfully ahead of his move to Bengaluru for college, has gone viral, sparking a wave of support and appreciation from users. In his post, the young man shared that while he is fluent in Hindi and English and understands Bhojpuri and Sanskrit to a degree, he feels a strong emotional connection to all Indian languages, including Kannada. (Also Read: 'No language more tolerant than Kannada': Booker winner Banu Mushtaq says Kannadigas are misunderstood) 'I've always felt like every Indian language belongs to me just as much as Hindi does,' he wrote. 'And now that life's giving me the chance to live in Karnataka for 4+ years, I really want to connect with Kannada in a real, meaningful way.' Rather than relying on crash courses or phrasebooks, he said he wants to 'absorb the language slowly and respectfully, like it's my own.' He also expressed a keen interest in exploring classical Kannada literature, especially religious and philosophical works from the Madhvacharya tradition, and devotional compositions of Purandara Dasa. Reddit users responded warmly, offering encouragement, resources, and personal anecdotes about learning Kannada: 'Don't worry too much. You'll pick it up naturally while interacting with classmates,' one user reassured him. 'Just be respectful and stay curious, that's more than enough,' another added. Some users also recommended starting with everyday phrases and Kannada YouTube channels while reminding him that many companies offer language support programs for newcomers. The post has touched many, especially in a time when linguistic divides often spark tension. His respectful approach stood out: not just wanting to 'use' Kannada, but to make it a part of his lived experience. This comes at a time when language debates have become increasingly polarised. In such a charged atmosphere, the young man's curiosity and humility stand out as a breath of fresh air. (Also Read: What Karnataka high court said on Kannada-Tamil row: 'You may be Kamal Haasan but...')
India Gazette
18-05-2025
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- India Gazette
Uttarakhand: Pushkar Kumbh draws thousands to Keshav Prayag
Chamoli (Uttarakhand) [India], May 18 (ANI): People gathered in large numbers on Sunday to bathe in the Pushkar Kumbh, which is being organised at Keshav Prayag near Mana, the border village of Chamoli district in Uttarakhad, after a period of 12 years. According to the Uttarakhand CMO release, thousands of devotees have so far taken a dip in the holy waters of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers. This year, the Pushkar Kumbh is being organised from May 14 to May 26. From dawn to dusk, the ghats of Keshav Prayag resound with bhajans and kirtans. This fair, organised every 12 years at Keshav Prayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers, is associated with great saints like Maharishi Vedvyas, Ramanujacharya, and Madhvacharya. It is particularly notable that most people from South India come to bathe during this occasion, the CMO said in a statement. On Wednesday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took to social media Xto post that Pushkar Kumbh started after 12 years in Mana-- India's first village near the Badrinath Dham. He further stated that the festival taking place at the holy confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers was a living example of the divinity of eternal traditions.'Pushkar Kumbh has started after 12 years in Mana, India's first village near Shri Badrinath Dham. This great festival of faith at the holy confluence of Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers is a living example of the divinity of our eternal traditions,' the post read. The CM extended his greetings to the devotees visiting Devbhoomi for Pushkar Kumbh.'On this auspicious occasion, hearty welcome and greetings from the State Government to all the devotees who have come to Devbhoomi for Pushkar Kumbh,' he said. Earlier, District Magistrate Sandeep Tiwari informed that the pedestrian path has been improved for the Pushkar Kumbh, which is organised at Keshav Prayag in Mana village. 'Signboards in various languages have been installed here for the convenience of the devotees on the pedestrian path. Along with this, police have been deployed on the footpath for the smooth conduct of Kumbh. SDRF jawans have also been deployed on the Sangam coast,' Tiwari added. He further said that the tehsil administration has been instructed to do regular monitoring to keep the arrangements for the Pushkar Kumbh smooth. According to religious tradition, when Jupiter enters Gemini in 12 years, Pushkar Kumbh is held in Keshav Prayag located at the confluence of Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers in Mana village. Vaishnav followers of South India mainly participate in this event . According to Hindu religious beliefs, Maharishi Ved Vyas composed the mythological text of Hinduism, Mahabharata, while doing penance in Keshav Prayag. It is also believed that Ramanujacharya and Madhvacharya, attained knowledge from Goddess Saraswati at this place. According to religious tradition, when the planet Jupiter enters the Gemini sign once in 12 years, the Pushkar Kumbh is held at Keshav Prayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers in Mana village. (ANI)
Economic Times
18-05-2025
- Economic Times
Uttarakhand: Pushkar Kumbh draws thousands to Keshav Prayag
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel People gathered in large numbers on Sunday to bathe in the Pushkar Kumbh , which is being organised at Keshav Prayag near Mana, the border village of Chamoli district in Uttarakhad, after a period of 12 to the Uttarakhand CMO release, thousands of devotees have so far taken a dip in the holy waters of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers. This year, the Pushkar Kumbh is being organised from May 14 to May dawn to dusk, the ghats of Keshav Prayag resound with bhajans and fair, organised every 12 years at Keshav Prayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers, is associated with great saints like Maharishi Vedvyas, Ramanujacharya, and Madhvacharya. It is particularly notable that most people from South India come to bathe during this occasion, the CMO said in a Wednesday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took to social media Xto post that Pushkar Kumbh started after 12 years in Mana-- India's first village near the Badrinath further stated that the festival taking place at the holy confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers was a living example of the divinity of eternal traditions."Pushkar Kumbh has started after 12 years in Mana, India's first village near Shri Badrinath Dham. This great festival of faith at the holy confluence of Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers is a living example of the divinity of our eternal traditions," the post CM extended his greetings to the devotees visiting Devbhoomi for Pushkar Kumbh."On this auspicious occasion, hearty welcome and greetings from the State Government to all the devotees who have come to Devbhoomi for Pushkar Kumbh," he District Magistrate Sandeep Tiwari informed that the pedestrian path has been improved for the Pushkar Kumbh, which is organised at Keshav Prayag in Mana village."Signboards in various languages have been installed here for the convenience of the devotees on the pedestrian path. Along with this, police have been deployed on the footpath for the smooth conduct of Kumbh. SDRF jawans have also been deployed on the Sangam coast," Tiwari further said that the tehsil administration has been instructed to do regular monitoring to keep the arrangements for the Pushkar Kumbh smooth. According to religious tradition, when Jupiter enters Gemini in 12 years, Pushkar Kumbh is held in Keshav Prayag located at the confluence of Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers in Mana village. Vaishnav followers of South India mainly participate in this event .According to Hindu religious beliefs, Maharishi Ved Vyas composed the mythological text of Hinduism, Mahabharata, while doing penance in Keshav Prayag. It is also believed that Ramanujacharya and Madhvacharya, attained knowledge from Goddess Saraswati at this to religious tradition, when the planet Jupiter enters the Gemini sign once in 12 years, the Pushkar Kumbh is held at Keshav Prayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Saraswati rivers in Mana village.
