Manipur Language Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, August 20 2020: Commemorating the inclusion of Manipuri language in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution on August 20, 1992, the 29th edition of Manipur Language Day was observed in parts of the State, today.

MUSU
As part of the 29th Manipur Language Day, Manipur University Student's Union (MUSU) holds a discussion programme under the theme "Preservation and prospect of Manipur Language for the future generation" at the Senate Hall of Earth Science Department, MU.

A press release issued by MUSU said that the gatherings unanimously resolved to demand insertion of "Manipuri written in Meetei Mayek" instead of "Manipur written in Bengali" inscribed in the 1979 Official Language Act; introduction of a policy for promoting Manipuri language and Meitei Mayek at Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura , Bangladesh, Myanmar to the State Government.

The union also asked the State Government to pressurise the Assam Government to recognise Manipur language one of their official associate languages; reform Manipur Language Directorate; reinstate Manipur Language Training Academy; establish one institution/repository exclusively for studying/ researching Puya and publish one up to date Manipuri dictionary/encyclopaedia among others.

AMSU
The All Manipur Students' Union observed the day at its library hall, following COVID safety guidelines.

Dr Chirom Rajketen, Associate Professor, Department of Manipuri, Manipur University; Peter Laishram, president AMSU and Thokchom Suresh, advisor AMSU attended the programme as dignitaries.

Jiribam
Manipuri Sahitya Parishad Jiribam (MSPJ) observed the 29th Manipur Language Day, today.

The programme which was held in adherence to SOPs for COVID-19 was attended by MSPJ president, S Khogendra and revered writer Th Madhabi as presidium members.

The gatherings observed two-minute silence to pay homage to Sinam Basana and others who contributed much in the movement of Manipuri language.

Altogether 15 poets also recited their works during the programme.

The 29th Manipuri Language Day was also observed at Tripura and Hailakandi, Assam.

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