Mr. Susanta Sahu, Mrs. Jhili Patro

Abstract

This study explores the influence of the mother tongue, Odia, on English language learning among intermediate and degree college students in Kontha poda block, Cuttack district. It provides a detailed background on the importance of bilingual education, reviews existing research on language interference, and outlines the significance of addressing mother tongue influence in rural settings. The abstract now includes more context, objectives, methodology overview, key findings, and broader implications for educators and policymakers in Odisha.