Maharashtra’s education minister announces that Marathi is mandatory for students in schools across the state from Class 1 to Class 10. The rule applies to schools of all mediums of instruction, according to Business Line. The minister also states that schools that do not comply may face action that includes cancellation of their recognition. The announcement indicates the requirement is intended to standardize Marathi language instruction for primary and middle school grades statewide, regardless of the school’s teaching medium. The reporting does not specify timelines for implementation, the exact enforcement mechanism, or any exemptions. It also does not detail whether schools are required to meet specific teaching hours, curriculum standards, or assessment norms. Overall, the coverage focuses on the decision to make Marathi compulsory in the stated grade range and the consequences outlined for non-compliant schools.