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Which languages are spoken in Telangana?

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Charminar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India — Hyderabad The Charminar in the old city of Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

The official and most widely spoken language in Telangana is Telugu, a Dravidian language renowned for its antiquity and literary significance.12

In addition to Telugu, the linguistic landscape of the state includes:

Urdu: Spoken by a small minority, this language is also used in regional periodicals.12
Border-area languages: Many residents speak Hindi, Kannada, or Marathi.1
Tribal languages: Lambadi (Banjari) and various other languages are spoken by the state’s Scheduled Tribes.1

While Telugu serves as the primary medium for classical music compositions and the local film industry, the state's cultural diversity is further reflected in the availability of media in English, Telugu, and Urdu.2