Siddaramaiah Slams Kerala's Mandatory Malayalam Bill, Demands Withdrawal

• Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lashed out at Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan over a proposed language bill.
• The bill mandates Malayalam as the first language in Kannada-medium schools in Kerala, particularly affecting Kasaragod.
• Siddaramaiah called it a direct attack on linguistic minorities' fundamental rights and demanded its immediate withdrawal.
• He cited Articles 29, 30, 350(A), and 350(B) of the Constitution, guaranteeing language protection and mother tongue education.
• Siddaramaiah warned of protests if the bill is implemented and assured support for Kannada speakers in Kasaragod.

Why It Matters: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah strongly opposes Kerala's mandatory Malayalam bill, citing constitutional rights.