Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is considering introducing the Santali language from the primary to post-graduation level. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced this during a program here today.

While attending the annual function of All India Santali Writers’ Association Odisha chapter, the Chief Minister remembered Guru Gamke Pandit Raghunath Murmu and said that introduction of Santali language in the education system from KG to PG level by 2025 will be the fitting tribute to Pandit Murmu.

Majhi urged everyone to make “Mission Ol-Chiki 2025” a success. “Mission Ol-Chiki 2025” will be celebrated as the 100th anniversary of the origin of the Ol-Chiki script.

The progress and identity of a race can only be ensured through the mother tongue. The Santali writers must work with dedication to spread Santal language, culture, tradition and education, the Chief Minister said.

He advised the writers to translate literary works in other languages ​​into Santali and educational books in Santali into other Indian languages.

The Chief Minister suggested tribals to join mainstream education for their holistic development while keeping their language, culture and tradition intact. He hoped that the tribal community would contribute significantly in ‘Vikashit Odisha 2036’ and play a vital role in the development of Odisha and the country.

He remembered former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee whose efforts helped incorporate the Santali language into the Eight Schedule of India’s Constitution in 2003.

He felicitated eminent Santali writers and unveiled a literary magazine on the occasion.