Today, on February 21, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. This prestigious literary conference is being held in the national capital after 71 years. (ddnews.gov.in)

Today, on February 21, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi. This prestigious literary conference is being held in the national capital after 71 years. (ddnews.gov.in)

During the inaugural ceremony, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of the Marathi language and praised its rich literary heritage. He paid tribute to the valor of Maratha warriors such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Sambhaji Maharaj, and Bajirao Peshwa, and acknowledged the contributions of social reformers like Jyotiba Phule, Savitribai Phule, Maharshi Karve, and Babasaheb Ambedkar. The Prime Minister also mentioned that Marathi was recently granted the status of a classical language, a recognition that over 12 crore Marathi speakers had been awaiting for decades. (newindianexpress.com)

This three-day conference includes panel discussions, book exhibitions, cultural programs, and interactive sessions with prominent literary figures. The event is being presided over by Dr. Tara Bhavalkar. (ddnews.gov.in)

During the inauguration ceremony, Prime Minister Modi extended a special gesture of respect towards Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar. As Pawar arrived, Modi adjusted his chair and offered him a glass of water, earning appreciation from the attendees. (newindianexpress.com)

You can watch the live broadcast of the inauguration ceremony in the following video:

Prime Minister Modi Inaugurates 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan