Padma Shri Awarded to Kokborok and Santali Champions

Two people, Naresh Chandra Dev Varma and Charan Hembram, have received the Padma Shri award.

This award is given by the Indian government to recognize their hard work.

Dev Varma has worked to promote the Kokborok language, which is spoken by many tribal people in Tripura.

He has written 34 books in Kokborok and has worked hard to make sure the language is preserved and taught.

Hembram has worked to promote the Santali language and culture.

He has written five books and established schools to promote education and culture among tribal people.

Both have been recognized for their contributions to preserving and promoting their respective languages and cultures.