Why in News? 

World Hindi Day, observed annually on 10 January, emphasizes the global significance and promotion of the Hindi language. 

World Hindi Day 2025: Key Points

• Date: Celebrated on January 10 annually. 
• Historical Significance: Commemorates the first World Hindi Conference held in Nagpur on January 10, 1975. 
• First Observed: In 2006, to promote Hindi globally. 

Theme for 2025 

• "Hindi: A Global Voice of Unity and Cultural Pride." 
• Focuses on fostering international linguistic exchanges and integrating Hindi into digital platforms. 

Objectives 

• Promote Hindi as an international language. 
• Celebrate its cultural and literary legacy. 
• Encourage academic institutions globally to adopt Hindi as a subject. 
• Highlight Hindi’s role in global communication and diplomacy. 

Difference Between World Hindi Day and National Hindi Day 

• World Hindi Day: Observed on January 10; promotes Hindi globally. 
• National Hindi Day: Celebrated on September 14; marks the adoption of Hindi as India’s official language.