New Delhi, Dec 25 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday officially released the Constitution of India in the Santhali language, written in the Ol Chiki script, at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, according to an official statement from her office.
Speaking at the event, the President described the release as “a matter of pride and joy for all the Santhali people,” emphasizing that having the Constitution available in their native language will enable greater understanding and connection. She also highlighted the significance of this year’s celebration of the centenary of the Ol Chiki script. “This year we are celebrating the centenary of the Ol Chiki script,” she said.
President Murmu expressed her appreciation to the union Minister of Law and Justice and his team for their efforts in bringing the Constitution in the Ol Chiki script during this milestone year.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and union Minister of State for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal.
Santhali, included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Amendment Act of 2003, is one of India’s most ancient living languages. It is spoken by a large tribal population across Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
The release of the Constitution in Santhali marks a significant step in promoting linguistic diversity and empowering tribal communities by providing access to the nation’s fundamental legal document in their own language.
President Murmu releases Constitution in Santhali language at Rashtrapati Bhavan
