# Free Sanskrit course launched at Andhra University 2026-08-08T15:44:23+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Andhra University, in partnership with Central Sanskrit University, has started a free one-year Sanskrit course. The classes run Monday to Friday from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. There is no age limit or fee, and participants who finish will receive certificates, The Hindu reports. Speaking at the launch, Samskruta Bharati state president Sundara Raj Perumall urged students to use the opportunity and stressed the health benefits of studying India’s classical texts. AU Arts and Commerce College Principal Jaladi Ravi said the National Education Policy encourages multiple languages, and many students are now choosing Sanskrit. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: Andhra University, Central Sanskrit University, free education, language learning, National Education Policy, Sanskrit course Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/free-sanskrit-course-launched-at-andhra-university/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/free-sanskrit-course-launched-at-andhra-university/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.