Marathi Language Day (Marathi Din, Marathi Diwas : मराठी दिन, मराठी दिवस) is celebrated on February '27' every year across the Indian states of Maharashtra and Goa. This day is regulated by the State Government. It is celebrated on Birthday of eminent Marathi Senior poet Kusumagraj. Kusumagraj has made significant contribution in the cultural field of Maharashtra and tireless efforts have been made to make Marathi the language of knowledge. Maharashtra Government decision to celebrate his birthday as 'Marathi Language Pride Day' as a salutation to the mother tongue and Kusumagraj's memory, Retrieved on 21 January 2013.
