Archive · 20 Aug 2026
Sikkim Chief Hails Nepali Recognition, Urges Mother-Tongue Preservation
Sikkim’s Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang celebrated the recognition of Nepali in India’s Constitution.
He said this recognition was an important moment for Nepali language and culture.
He thanked many people who worked to achieve it.
Tamang said a language helps people remember their history and traditions.
He wants young people to feel proud of Nepali.
He also wants them to learn it and pass it on.
The Sikkim government says it supports all languages and cultures in the state.
Tamang said language recognition should encourage unity and respect among different communities.
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang called Nepali’s inclusion in India’s Eighth Schedule a watershed moment.
Tamang paid tribute to writers, linguists, scholars, activists and leaders who helped secure recognition.
He urged stronger efforts to preserve and promote Nepali among younger generations.
The chief minister said language connects history, culture, traditions, emotions and collective identity.
He said Sikkim would continue supporting the state’s languages, cultures, traditions and diverse identities.
- Who
- Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, along with Nepali-speaking communities and language supporters.
- What
- Tamang marked Nepali’s inclusion in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution and called for renewed efforts to preserve and promote the language.
- When
- Thursday, August 20, 2026, during Bhasha Manyata Diwas.
- Where
- Sikkim; the message was shared in a Facebook post.
- Why
- To strengthen Nepali’s literary and cultural heritage and encourage younger generations to preserve their mother tongue and cultural identity.
- Chief minister
- Prem Singh Tamang
- Language
- Nepali
- Constitutional status
- Included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution
- Occasion
- Bhasha Manyata Diwas 2026
- Main appeal
- Preserve and promote Nepali among younger generations
- Government position
- Sikkim says it supports all languages, cultures, traditions and identities spoken in the state