Our Presence Across Mauritius
Nurturing Marathi Language, Literature & Culture Since 1969
The Marathi Sahitya Parishad (Mauritius) is a proud educational and cultural institution dedicated to promoting the Marathi language and heritage in Mauritius.
Initially, it was affiliated with the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture and the Maharashtra Sahitya Parishad, Pune (India). The Marathi Sahitya Parishad, Mauritius stands as the first and largest registered educational body offering Primary and Secondary Marathi Education on the island.
Founded in July 1969 by Prof. Gajanan Purushotam Joshi, a visionary educator and then-lecturer at the Teachers’ Training College, Marathi Sahitya Parishad has played a pioneering role in shaping generations of Marathi teachers and students.
With 15 affiliated schools across the island, the Marathi Sahitya Parishad currently serves around 200 students on a yearly basis, guided by qualified teachers.
Our Affiliated Marathi Schools are located at:
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Seewa Bappoo SSS, Vacoas (Main Branch)
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Dr Basant Rai La Rosa Govt School
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Marathi Oopkari Sabha- Mont Fertile
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Rose-Belle North Govt School
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Melrose Govt School
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Aji Ramabye Bahoo Toocaram Marathi School (Under Chamouny Vishwanath Mandir)
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Baie du Cap Kailasnath Mandir
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Black River Pawan Ganesh Mandir
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Shri Marathi Dharmic Sabha
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Vinayak Mandir, Beau-Bassin
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Mont Blanche Govt School
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Bel Air Govt School
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L’esperance Marathi Ganoba Mandir
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Mont Ida Marathi School
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Cluny Marathi School
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The Marathi Sahitya Parishad, Mauritius runs classes throughout the whole academic year from January till November culminating with an Annual Examinations in November-December. Its curriculum consists of a structured and comprehensive syllabus rooted in the rich grammar and literary traditions of Maharashtra.
Levels of Study
Primary Level Grade 1- Grade 6
Lower Secondary Grade 7 - Pravesh
Grade 8 - Pravrut
Grade 9 -Prabha
Grade 10 - Pravin
Grade 11 -Pradeep
Upper Secondary: Grade 12/13 – Prabhat
OUR VISION
To preserve, promote, and pass on the beauty of the Marathi language and culture to future generations — enriching Mauritius with the wisdom and values of Maharashtra.
