Hindi Diwas 2024: Top 7 Hindi-speaking countries outside India

Hindi Diwas is observed annually on September 14 across schools, colleges, and various institutions in India. The day commemorates the adoption of Hindi as the official language of the country, a decision made by the Constituent Assembly on September 14, 1949. This landmark decision was instrumental in affirming Hindi's importance within the Indian administrative framework. Here are the top 7 Hindi-speaking countries in the world, apart from India:

Hindi is widely spoken and understood in Nepal due to its cultural and historical connections with India. It serves as a common language for many, especially in border regions.

A significant portion of the population speaks Hindi as it is taught in schools, and it plays a vital role in cultural and religious ceremonies.

Hindi is one of the official languages in Fiji, known as "Fiji Hindi." It is spoken by Indo-Fijians, who make up a considerable part of the population.

Hindi is spoken among the Indo-Trinidadian community, especially during cultural and religious events like Diwali.

Hindi is used in cultural and religious contexts, particularly among the Indo-Guyanese population.

Sarnami Hindi, a variant of Hindi, is spoken by the Indo-Surinamese, and it plays a role in cultural preservation and religious events.

Hindi is spoken by a small yet notable Indian community, primarily in cultural and religious activities.