A significant protest took place at Freedom Park in Bengaluru, Karnataka, where pro-Kannada groups voiced their opposition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's intervention in the state's language policy. The protest, led by TA Narayan Gowda, accused the Governor of promoting 'Hindi imposition' by requesting a review of the Karnataka government's decision to implement a grading-only system for the third language in SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) examinations. This decision was seen as a measure to counter the perceived dominance of Hindi in the state's education system. Gowda criticized the Governor for not protecting Kannada culture and warned against what he termed 'Hindi imperialism,' drawing historical parallels with colonial rule. He questioned why similar concerns were not raised in northern states with two-language policies and asserted that continued attempts to impose Hindi could lead to widespread resistance. The issue has escalated into a broader debate about language and education in Karnataka, with the Home Minister acknowledging similar past concerns and emphasizing the need for a quick resolution.