Introduction:
We, the undersigned teachers, students, and concerned citizens, wish to draw attention to the potential impact of the revised CBSE Secondary School Curriculum 2026–27 on foreign language education in India.

 
The Issue:
The new language structure (R1, R2, R3) emphasizes that students must study two languages native to India. While this is an important step towards promoting Indian languages, it may unintentionally reduce the space for foreign languages such as French, German, Spanish, and others in schools.

 
Why This Matters:

Thousands of foreign language teachers across India may face job insecurity or reduced opportunities
Students may lose access to global languages and international career pathways
It may affect cultural exchange and India’s global engagement
Foreign languages play a crucial role in higher education, diplomacy, tourism, and international business
 
Our Concern:
We fully support the promotion of Indian languages. However, we believe that a balanced approach is necessary—one that ensures both Indian and foreign languages coexist in the education system.

 
Our Demands:

We respectfully request CBSE and the Ministry of Education to:

Ensure that foreign languages continue to have a meaningful place in the curriculum
Provide flexibility for students to choose foreign languages as part of the language framework
Safeguard the employment and professional future of foreign language teachers
Promote multilingual education that includes both Indian and global languages
 
Conclusion:
This is not just about a subject—it is about the livelihoods of educators and the future opportunities of students.

We urge the concerned authorities to take a balanced and inclusive approach.