Hindi: A Global Language of 600 Million Gains UN Recognition

Hindi, spoken by over 600 million people globally, is becoming increasingly vital at the United Nations (UN). Celebrating World Hindi Day on February 13, 2025, India’s Permanent Mission to the UN highlighted multilingualism and efforts to promote Hindi internationally. Minister Savitri Thakur emphasized India's diverse cultural fabric and the importance of making Hindi a global language.

The Hindi@UN project, launched in 2018, has expanded Hindi's reach through UN News, social media platforms, and weekly audio bulletins. India has contributed over $7 million to support these initiatives. With growing online engagement—1.3 million annual impressions—the project fosters inclusivity and awareness among Hindi speakers worldwide.

UN officials and academics underscored the role of multilingualism in enhancing accessibility and dialogue. This effort aligns with India's vision to make Hindi a bridge for global communication.
Sources: Business Standard, DD News, NDTV.