Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that Marathi will be the only compulsory language in the state, asserting no other Indian language will be imposed. He acknowledged the debate surrounding the three-language formula, noting that while Marathi is compulsory, students have the freedom to learn other Indian languages. Fadnavis mentioned a committee is examining the introduction of a third language, with a decision pending its report, but reiterated Marathi's compulsory status.