International Mother Language Day Observed
Imphal, 21st February 2017
International Mother Language Day Observed
International Mother Language day was observed today to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. The day was orgainsed by Sahitya Thoupang Lup (Sathoulup) in collaboration with Mother Language Lovers’ of the World (Manipur Chapter, India).
Speaking as the Chief Guest of the function, Director DIPR Meghachandra Kongbam highlighted the role of media in developing language. He said there is a need for more collaborative venture to develop major languages as well as minor languages in the state.
Also attending the function was President of Mother language Lovers’ of the World (Manipur Chapter, India) President Chungkham Jasobanta. Dr R Sanga spoke on Paite language, DL Kabui spoke on Kabui language and Dr Babloo Yumnam spoke on Natural Language Processing.
February 21 is the International Mother Language Day proclaimed by the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in November 1999. The day has been observed every year since February 2000 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.
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This Press Release was posted on February 22 2017
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