NationalMonday, 20 July 2026·The Hindu - National
West Bengal to use Bengali in official communication from 1 September 2026
West Bengal will prioritise Bengali in all official government work from 1 September 2026, with Bengali and Hindi used for Central Government communication.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On July 20, 2026, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced in the Legislative Assembly that from September 1, 2026, all official State government correspondence and administrative orders will be carried out in Bengali.
Key specifics
- September 1, 2026 is the start date for implementing Bengali in State government official work.
- All official correspondence and administrative orders of West Bengal departments will be in Bengali.
- For communication with the Central Government, both Bengali and Hindi will be used.
- The announcement was made on the floor of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on July 20, 2026.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s letter referred to the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee.
Exam lens
Question type: language policy and governance, key facts: West Bengal, Bengali, September 1, 2026, Bengali and Hindi for Centre, 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee. TNPSC may ask which State announced official use of a regional language in administration.