Hindi Diwas 2023: World’s 3rd Most Spoken Language In iOS, Android

The global popularity of Hindi is soaring. Hindi movies, blogs, poets, comedy shows, videos and podcasts are gaining immense traction worldwide.

Despite being on an English portal, today, we’re going to dive into the significance of Hindi Diwas, celebrated every year on September 14th.

It’s a day dedicated to promoting the Hindi language and its use across India. But did you know that Hindi isn’t actually the national language of India?

Myth Burst: Hindi Isn’t The National Language of India

First things first, India doesn’t have a national language. What it does have is incredible linguistic diversity. There are a staggering 22 official languages listed in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution of India.

Among them, Hindi and English are the most widely used, but Hindi is not a native language in some states, and English is not a native language for most of the Indians.

India: 1 Billion People With 1,000+ Languages

India is home to over 1 billion people who speak more than 1000 languages. To acknowledge and respect this diversity, India’s Constitution doesn’t designate a single national language.

Instead, it recognizes multiple official languages, allowing different linguistic communities to coexist harmoniously.

The Journey of Hindi As An Official Language

So, how did Hindi become such an important language in India? The story dates back to September 14, 1949, when the Constituent Assembly decided to make Hindi an official language.

It was the efforts of Hindi scholars Beohar Rajendra Simha along with Hazari Prasad Dwivedi, Kaka Kalelkar, Maithili Sharan Gupt and Seth Govind Das.

Interestingly, this date also marks the birth anniversary of Beohar Rajendra Simha, a scholar and Hindi poet who played a significant role in making Hindi official.

However, when India’s Constitution came into effect in 1950, it allowed the use of English alongside Hindi for government affairs. This was to accommodate the concerns raised by non-Hindi-speaking states.

So, both Hindi and English were given official status, and the first Hindi Diwas was celebrated on September 14, 1953.

Why Do We Celebrate Hindi Diwas?

Now, why is Hindi Diwas celebrated? It’s a day to highlight the significance of Hindi as a means of communication across India’s diverse population.

While English has become prominent, Hindi still plays a crucial role in official communications at both the state and central government levels. And it is also the most spoken language across the country.

On this day, schools, colleges, and various institutions often organize competitions to promote the language among students and the public.

Social organizations and government departments also hold events to celebrate Hindi. It’s a day that reflects the pride and heritage of the Hindi language.

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Hindi’s Global Reach

You might be surprised to learn that Hindi is the 3rd most spoken language in the world. Here’s a quick ranking:

Rank	Languages	Speakers (Cr)	Speakers (Mn)
1	English	145 Crore	1,453 Million
2	Mandarin Chinese	112 Crore	1,118 Million
3	Hindi	60 Crore	602 Million
4	Spanish	55 Crore	549 Million
5	French	27 Crore	274 Million

This means that Hindi holds a significant place not only in India but on the world stage. Plus, the speeches of India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi have also influenced the craze of this language significantly in the last 8-9 years, at the international level.

How To Switch To Hindi Language On Your Android or iOS Devices?

If you want to celebrate Hindi Diwas in your own way, you can try switching your smartphone’s system language to Hindi for a day. It’s a cool experiment to see how it feels to use Hindi on your device.

1. Change Your System Language To Hindi On Android

• Open the ‘Settings’ app.
• Scroll down and look for ‘General Management.’
• Tap on the ‘Language and Input’ menu.
• Now tap on ‘Languages.’
• From the list of available languages, select Hindi.

In some cases, you might have to add Hindi as a language from the ‘Add language’ option. If it doesn’t appear in the list, tap on the three dots at the top right and choose ‘All languages.’ You can opt for Hindi from there.

2. Change The Default Language To Hindi On iOS

• Open the ‘Settings’ app.
• Tap on ‘General.’
• Look for ‘Language & Region.’
• Hit the ‘Add Language’ option and select Hindi from the list.

You can also search for the language to skip scrolling. Once selected, you can move Hindi to the top to make it the default language.

Hindi Diwas is a celebration of a language that plays a vital role in India’s cultural canvas. It’s not just a language; it’s a part of our heritage. Hindi is an emotion for millions of people worldwide.

And switching to Hindi on your smartphone for a day can be a meaningful way to join in the celebration & international trend of Hindi language. Shubh Hindi Diwas!