Procession in Agartala to celebrate Kokborok Day
First Published: 19th January, 2024 15:15 IST
The procession, commenced from Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan and went through the capital city
A vibrant procession was taken out in the streets of Agartala on the occasion of the 46th Kokborok Day, a celebration in Tripura aimed at recognizing and promoting the tribal language.
The event, organized by the Directorate of Kokborok and Minority Languages, saw the participation of Finance and IT Minister Pranajit Singha Roy, former Tribal Welfare Minister and MLA Rampada Jamatia, along with numerous tribal youths donning their traditional attire and jewelry.
The procession, commenced from Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan and went through the capital city, featuring enthusiastic participation from tribal students, colleges, and social organizations.
Minister Singha Roy emphasized the significance of language as the identity of any community, highlighting that 25 percent of Tripura’s population communicate using Kokborok language, making its preservation crucial.
He added that the government is committed to the development of the indigenous population, ensuring their progress on par with others, and is actively working towards preserving their languages and culture.
Although Kokborok attained official language status in 1979, it is yet to receive an official script.
The BJP-led government has formed a three members committee under former MLA Dr Atul Debbarma to study the Kokborak script issue and suggest a solution.
Also Read: Farmers rally in Agartala for urgent compensation amidst rain-induced losses
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Sikkim CM Tamang Charts Development Vision for Viksit Sikkim with Union Minister Scindia
24th April 2025
Live Manipur: JAC Calls 24-Hour Statewide Strike Over Custodial Death of Khoisnam Sanajaoba
24th April 2025
Live BTC Budget 2025-26 Tabled: Focus on Development with Rs. 843 Crore Allocation
24th April 2025
Live “Silence doesn’t bring peace…India must respond”: Pradyot Debbarma on Pahalgam Terror Attack
24th April 2025
WE RECOMMEND
Sikkim CM Tamang Charts Development Vision for Viksit Sikkim with Union Minister Scindia
Highlighting strategic priorities, CM Tamang emphasised the potential of the Chiwabhanjyang corridor as a gateway for cross-border trade with Eastern Nepal.
24th April 2025Manipur: JAC Calls 24-Hour Statewide Strike Over Custodial Death of Khoisnam Sanajaoba
Earlier, the JAC organised a sit in protest and also had submitted a memorandum to the Governor.
24th April 2025BTC Budget 2025-26 Tabled: Focus on Development with Rs. 843 Crore Allocation
BTC Budget 2025-26 Tabled: A significant portion of the budget falls under the SOPD (State-Owned Priority Development) scheme.
24th April 2025“Silence doesn’t bring peace…India must respond”: Pradyot Debbarma on Pahalgam Terror Attack
Pradyot Debbarma also denounced the statements made by leaders from neighbouring countries, Pakistan and Bangladesh, following the attack.
24th April 2025
“They killed him”: Wife of Pahalgam Terror Victim Recalls Horror
Pahalgam Terror: A pall of gloom descended on Kanpur when the body of Shubham reached his native village in Kanpur on Thursday morning.
24th April 2025