Mail News Service
Jamshedpur, Dec 29: Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Monday, reiterated the Jharkhand government’s firm resolve to protect, promote and enrich tribal languages and culture, with special emphasis on Santhali education through the Ol Chiki script.
Addressing the Ol Chiki centenary function, he said the state remains committed to ensuring that Santhali is taught and preserved in its original script, describing it as a vital pillar of tribal identity and heritage.
The Chief Minister lauded President Droupadi Murmu for strengthening the dignity, confidence and national recognition of the tribal community, and paid rich tributes to Guru Gomke Pandit Raghunath Murmu, the creator of the Ol Chiki script.
He expressed confidence that both the script and Santhali society would continue to flourish for generations to come.
The programme commenced with traditional worship at the Karandih Jaherthan, followed by floral tributes to Guru Gomke.
MP Kalipada Soren, All India Santali Writers’ Association president Laxman Kisku, and several eminent members of the Santhali community were among those present.
