October 12th 2024.
A group of representatives from 'Fagun', a monthly newspaper focusing on the Santali community, had the honor of meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan on Friday. Their purpose was to advocate for the growth and preservation of the Santali language and its unique script, Ol Chiki.
During the meeting, the delegation presented a letter written in Ol Chiki script to the President, outlining their requests. These included the inclusion of Santali currency values in Ol Chiki script, the incorporation of Santali language and script into the CBSE and ICSE curricula, and the use of Ol Chiki in administrative exams conducted by organizations such as UPSC and UGC NET. They also urged for the establishment of a dedicated DD Santali channel and the broadcasting of daily programs on Santali language on All India Radio. In addition, they proposed the creation of a Central university in Mayurbhanj district named after the esteemed scholar, Pandit Raghunath Murmu. The delegation also emphasized the importance of building a Santali Bhawan in New Delhi and supporting the Mission Ol Chiki 2025 program, which aims to promote the use of Ol Chiki script with government assistance on the 100th anniversary of its invention.
As a token of their appreciation and respect, the delegation presented the President with a photograph of Pandit Raghunath Murmu, along with traditional gifts such as sal trees and a brass horse. The meeting was attended by 'Fagun' editor Malati Murmu, as well as members Radhika Murmu, Mangat Chandra Chapeyar, Mangat Murmu, Chandramohan Beshra, Dubaraj Tudu, Dhirendranath Baskey, Niranjan Marndi, Surukuni Murmu, and 40 others, all dressed in traditional attire.
The delegation expressed their gratitude to the President for her time and attention, and for considering their requests to preserve and promote the Santali language and script. They believe that with the support and efforts of the government, their community's unique culture and language can continue to thrive and be celebrated for generations to come.
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