In how many countries Hindi is spoken?

Hindi is widely spoken throughout India, yet it is not limited to our country. Yes, there are many other places around the world, 20 to be exact, where Hindi has become an official language and many inhabitants prefer to communicate in it.

For example: Fiji, Mauritius, Singapore, Nepal and USA

Hindi is primarily spoken in India, where it is one of the official languages at the national level. Outside India, Hindi is spoken in several other countries, primarily due to Indian diaspora communities. Some of the countries where Hindi is spoken include:

1. **Nepal:** Hindi is widely spoken and understood, especially in areas bordering India.

2. **Mauritius:** Due to historical connections with India, Hindi is spoken by a significant portion of the population.

3. **Fiji:** Hindi is spoken by the Indo-Fijian community, descendants of Indian indentured laborers brought to Fiji during British colonial rule.

4. **Trinidad and Tobago:** Hindi is spoken by the Indo-Trinidadian and Tobagonian community, also descendants of Indian indentured laborers.

5. **Guyana:** Similar to Trinidad and Tobago, Hindi is spoken by the Indo-Guyanese community, descendants of Indian indentured laborers.

6. **Suriname:** Hindi is spoken by the Indo-Surinamese community, descendants of Indian laborers brought to Suriname during Dutch colonial rule.

7. **South Africa:** Hindi is spoken by the Indian South African community, primarily in areas with significant Indian diaspora populations.

In these countries, Hindi often serves as a heritage language within Indian communities, maintained through cultural practices, religious ceremonies, and community gatherings.