Kakinada, March 14 -- Amid the ongoing language row between the Union government and Tamil Nadu, Janasena Party chief and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Friday emphasized the need to preserve India's linguistic diversity, saying that the country "needs multiple languages, including Tamil, not just two."

"India needs multiple languages, including Tamil, not just two. We must embrace linguistic diversity--not only to maintain the integrity of our nation but also to foster love and unity among its people," Kalyan said while addressing party workers at an event in Kakinada district.

Kalyan was speaking at the Janasena Party's 12th foundation day celebration in Pithapuram town of the district.

Kalyan's remarks come ami...