Urdu is the most beautiful language, says Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, on Wednesday (October 29, 2025), termed Urdu “the most beautiful language in the world”. Speaking at the 105th foundation day of the Jamia Milia Islamia University, the Minister also stressed that harmony between Hindus and Muslims was vital for India’s progress and unity.

“I don’t know much of Urdu, but I can say that Urdu is the most beautiful language in the world,” the Minister said, while praising the songs being played at the varsity’s auditorium.

He added that among the six minorities, which included Christians, Muslims, Parsis, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists, the Muslims were the biggest minority. He added that the country could not develop without Hindu-Muslim harmony.

“Of the six recognised minorities, Muslims form about 80%.... It is the responsibility of the larger communities — the Hindus and the Muslims — to ensure harmony. If they live in peace, then all other smaller communities would also continue to contribute to the growth of the country. The Jamia Millia Islamia is the best symbol from where such a message can go out,” Mr. Rijiju said.

The Minister also lauded the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) in the university and also hailed the varsity’s national ranking and academic records.

Speaking on the working of Parliament, which had members of all communities from all parts of India, Mr. Rijiju, who is also the Parliamentary Affairs Minister, said people often witnessed noisy debates in the House, but that should also be seen as part of a ‘vibrant democracy’’.

“MPs come from different regions and diverse ideologies. It is natural for them to voice their opinions. That is what Opposition is about. Therefore, there is no need to worry excessively,” he added.

The Minister also underlined India’s constitutional strength and diversity. “Because of the Constitution, we will be safe, as it covers every aspect of a problem and provides a solution for it,” he said.