Somanna: Kerala's Malayalam Language Bill Unconstitutional
Union Minister V. Somanna criticizes Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, calling it unconstitutional. He urges CM Pinarayi Vijayan to withdraw the legislation. Full details inside.
Union Minister V. Somanna criticizes Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, calling it unconstitutional. He urges CM Pinarayi Vijayan to withdraw the legislation. Full details inside.
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