Reacting to Vembu's post, Karnataka Development Authority Chairman Purushottama Bilimale said that his request is the 'best guidance' for any Indian language.

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu’s Kannada-related post for people in Bengaluru didn’t sit well with social media users.

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu sparked debate by urging Bengaluru residents to learn Kannada, deeming it disrespectful not to. While some supported his emphasis on cultural integration, others raised concerns about potential exclusion and practicality for transient residents.

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu has urged Bengaluru residents to learn Kannada, calling it essential for respecting the local culture.

Vembu, CEO of Zoho, advocates for Kannada learning among Bengaluru residents, highlighting respect for local culture. His comments drew mixed reactions online.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu triggers online outrage, says Bengaluru residents not learning Kannada is ‘disrespectful’

Zoho CEO, Sridhar Vembu, predicts a resurgence of traditional jobs as AI automates production, making goods and services more affordable. He envisions

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu sparked a lively debate by advising people who have made Bengaluru their home to learn Kannada.

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu waded into the language debate that has gripped the state of Karnataka over the past few months. Vembu on Friday shared his take on the issue and said that if one chooses to become a permanent resident of Bengaluru, then they and their kids should make the effort of learning Kannada.

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