In a fresh televised discussion on Democratic Newsroom, panelists clashed over the remarks made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which he urged India to shed the colonial‑era “Macaulay mindset” and revive pride in indigenous culture and systems.
On one side, journalist Rajdeep Sardesai argued that mastering English and embracing global knowledge is part of modern aspiration. He quoted Mahatma Gandhi, saying India should welcome modi “the culture of all lands” as a sign of openness.
For Sawant, the call to abandon the “Macaulay mindset” is about restoring identity and respecting true pluralism.
The broader panel also debated whether English remains a neutral skill for accessing global opportunities — or a vestige of colonial subordination. Some argued that the dominance of English undermined local languages, traditional education, and cultural confidence; others countered that English can coexist with respect for native heritage.
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