He specially cited Kokborok at mother language day event
CMO News
(Edited by IH News Desk)
AGARTALA, February 21, 2024: Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha stated Wednesday that the current state government is committed to preserving and granting status to the languages of minority communities. He specifically mentioned the Kokborok language, which is spoken by the majority of the indigenous population in the state.
Dr Saha made these remarks at the observance of International Mother Language Day, which is annually celebrated on February 21 to pay tribute to the martyrs of the language movement. His statement is particularly significant in light of the recent controversy over the medium of script for Kokborok in examinations conducted by the Tripura Board of Secondary Education.
"The state government is dedicated to preserving and recognising the languages of minority communities in the state, including Kokborok," Dr Saha said. He also emphasised the importance of language in inspiring nationalism and preserving one's culture.
The programme was jointly organized by the Department of Education, the Department of Information and Cultural Affairs and the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala. Dr Saha also mentioned the historical division of the country into India and Pakistan based on religion.
This year's theme for International Mother Language Day is "Multilingual education - a pillar of learning and intergenerational learning."
The Chief Minister added that eight native languages, including Kokborok, are recognised and taught in schools. He informed that Kokborok introduced in 1296 primary, 115 secondary, and 65 higher secondary schools.
He mentioned the government's efforts to develop other ethnic languages, such as Chakma, Manipuri, Bishnupriya Manipuri, Kuki-Mizo, Halam, Mog and Garo.
Officials from the Tripura government and the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission were present at the event.
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