The prime minister said while every nation associates its heritage with its identity, India was left far behind

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Thursday that the recognition of Pali as a classical language honours the great heritage of Lord Buddha

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the conferral of classical language status on Pali, linking it to honouring Lord Buddha's heritage. He criticized past governments for neglecting India's cultural legacy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasises the importance of preserving India's linguistic and cultural heritage, particularly the Pali language, during the International Abhidhamma Divas. He criticizes previous governments for neglecting cultural roots and highlights recent efforts to recognize other classical languages like Marathi,