Manipur CM welcomes Assam's proposal to recognize Manipuri as Associate official language
Imphal: The Assam government's recent proposal to recognize Manipuri as an Associate Official Language in four districts of the state has garnered praise from Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh.
In a social media post, Singh expressed his gratitude to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for introducing the amendment bill.
He said this decision would significantly contribute to the preservation and protection of the cultural, social, and linguistic identity of the Manipuri community in Assam.
The Assam Official Language (Amendment) Bill, 2024, was presented in the state assembly on Thursday by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pijush Hazarika on behalf of Chief Minister Sarma.
The bill seeks to amend the Assam Official Languages Act of 1960 to include Manipuri as an associate official language in Cachar, Karimganj, Hailakandi, and Hojai districts.
The proposal aligns with the Assam government's commitment to protecting and promoting the cultural heritage of various communities residing within the state.
Manipuri, a language with a rich history dating back over 2000 years, became part of the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution in 1992.
