TRIPURA CELEBRATES 47TH KOKBOROK DAY AMID RENEWED PUSH FOR LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

Amid growing demands for the recognition of Roman script alongside Bengali script for Kokborok, Tripura marked the 47th Kokborok Day on Sunday with vibrant celebrations to commemorate the language’s initial recognition as an official language in 1979.
A grand procession in Agartala set the tone for the day, featuring students from various educational institutions dressed in traditional attire representing the indigenous communities. Non-tribal students also participated, showcasing unity and cultural harmony.The colourful procession began at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan and meandered through the streets of the capital city.Kokborok is the primary language of the Tripuri people in Tripura with over 10 lakh people use it here beside in neighbouring areas of Bangladesh.Despite its historical and cultural significance, the language has faced neglect over the years.As the state celebrates Kokborok Day, the focus remains on fostering the language’s growth and addressing the concerns of its speakers, paving the way for a more inclusive linguistic future.

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