Raipur, Sept. 8 -- A delegation of Chhattisgarhi linguists met Governor Ramen Deka at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday and discussed the inclusion of Chhattisgarhi in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, as well as measures for its preservation, promotion and development. Chhattisgarhi is the State's official language and a major link language.
The linguists briefed the Governor about the antiquity of Chhattisgarhi, its rich literary tradition, grammar, dictionaries and the process of standardisation. They said that Chhattisgarhi is the official language and a major link language of the State and is spoken by nearly 1.5 crore people. Governor Deka Proposes Committee to Advance Recognition EffortsTaking the initiative, Governor Deka held a meaning...