‘This is India, I’ll speak Hindi, not Kannada’: Karnataka SBI staffer sparks language row; CM Siddaramaiah calls remark 'strongly condemnable'
Wednesday, 21 May 2025 () A State Bank of India officer's refusal to speak Kannada to a customer in Karnataka sparked outrage, leading to accusations of Hindi imposition and disrespect for the local language. Following widespread condemnation and a viral video, the officer issued an apology in Kannada. Karnataka's Chief Minister has strongly condemned the incident and urged for language sensitization training for bank staff.
Wednesday, 21 May 2025 ()
