A Delhi-based woman named Smridhi has captured the admiration of Kannadigas with her strong stance on the importance of learning the regional language, Kannada, for anyone living in or moving to Bengaluru.
Smridhi: 'I Feel Envy When I See Kannada Speakers'
Smridhi, who is not originally from Karnataka, shared her thoughts on Instagram about the ongoing discussion surrounding speaking Kannada. She admitted that she feels a sense of "envy" when she sees people speaking fluent Kannada. Her message is clear: those coming to Bengaluru should make an effort to learn the language.
"People who come to Bengaluru, it is better for them to learn Kannada," she stated, emphasizing that learning the language will make life in the city "easier."
A Strong Message: Learn Kannada or Stay Away
Smridhi didn't mince words, delivering a compelling message to non-Kannadiga migrants. She directly advised, "If you are not ready to learn Kannada, don't come to Bengaluru."
A Heartwarming Personal Experience
She recounted a personal story that highlighted the warmth she experienced after making an effort to connect locally.
- Smridhi mentioned that she frequently visited a hotel in HSR Layout where she used to eat dosa and other food.
- One day, a man working there (whom she refers to as "Anna") genuinely inquired about her absence, asking her, "It's been four days, you didn't come, what happened?" (ನಾಲ್ಕು ದಿನಗಳಾಗಿವೆ, ನೀವು ಬರಲಿಲ್ಲ, ಏನಾಯಿತು).
- This simple act of care and recognition made her immensely happy. She replied that she couldn't visit due to increased work stress.
Netizens are Impressed
The Delhi woman's candid conversation and positive encouragement for language learning have struck a chord with internet users, who are highly impressed and "fida" (enamored) by her words. She stands out as a charming advocate for respecting the local culture and language.
