Archive · 29 Dec 2025
President Murmu Celebrates Ol Chiki Centenary
President Droupadi Murmu attended a special event in Jharkhand to celebrate 100 years of the Ol Chiki script, which is used to write the Santhali language.
She sang a traditional Santhali song and gave a speech in Santhali, talking about the importance of preserving the language and culture of the Santhali people.
She also honored 12 people who have worked hard to keep the Santhali language and script alive.
The Governor and Chief Minister of Jharkhand were also there and promised to support the development of tribal communities and the preservation of their culture.
This event was a big deal because it showed how important it is to keep traditional languages and cultures alive.
President Droupadi Murmu attended the centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script of Santhali in Jharkhand.
She sang a traditional Santhali Nehor prayer song and delivered her speech entirely in Santhali.
President Murmu honored 12 individuals for their contributions to the Santhali language and Ol Chiki script.
Governor Santosh Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren addressed the gathering, reaffirming their commitment to tribal development and cultural preservation.
The event highlighted the importance of linguistic inclusion and the preservation of traditional knowledge, language, and culture.
- Who
- President Droupadi Murmu, Governor Santosh Gangwar, Chief Minister Hemant Soren, 12 honorees, and attendees of the centenary celebrations
- What
- Centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script of Santhali, including a speech by President Murmu and honoring of contributors
- When
- Monday, December 29, 2025
- Where
- Dishom Jaherthan place of worship complex, Karandih, East Singhbhum district, Jharkhand
- Why
- To celebrate the centenary of the Ol Chiki script, preserve traditional knowledge, language, culture, and tribal identity, and honor contributors to the Santhali language and script
- Location
- Dishom Jaherthan place of worship complex, Karandih, East Singhbhum district, Jharkhand
- Date
- Monday, December 29, 2025
- Event
- Centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script of Santhali
- Organizers
- All India Santhali Writers Association and the Dishom Jaherthan Committee
- Key Attendees
- President Droupadi Murmu, Governor Santosh Gangwar, Chief Minister Hemant Soren
- Honorees
- 12 individuals for contributions to the Santhali language and Ol Chiki script
- Significant Mention
- Publication of the Constitution in the Ol Chiki script
Sources
Rayagada’s ‘Chaiti’ festival captivates thousands
Jharkhand: President Droupadi Murmu Sings In Santhali At Ol Chiki Centenary Celebrations, Stresses Preservation Of Language & Culture - Video
