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Tripura's Roman Script Demand Peaks Ahead of TTAADC Elections

The United Movement Committee for Roman Script held a press conference in Agartala to highlight its demand for adopting the Roman script for the Kokborok language. The movement, a joint initiative of student federations, is gaining momentum ahead of the upcoming TTAADC elections. The issue, debated for decades with two past commissions failing to deliver a resolution, remains a sensitive topic tied to identity and cultural preservation. The committee has appealed for wider media coverage to increase public awareness and dialogue on the matter.

Key Points: Tripura Groups Demand Roman Script for Kokborok Language

  • Demand for Roman script for Kokborok
  • Press conference in Agartala
  • Issue peaks before TTAADC election
  • Decades-long unresolved debate
  • Human chains formed in support
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UMCRS holds press conference in Agartala, raises demand for Roman script

UMCRS holds press conference in Agartala, escalating the decades-old demand for adopting the Roman script for the Kokborok language ahead of elections.

"the Kokborok script controversy continues to be a sensitive and significant issue - Report"

Agartala, February 17

The United Movement Committee for Roman Script, a joint movement committee jointly initiated by Twipra Students' Federation and Tipra Indigenous Students' Federation, held a press meet on Sunday and briefed on their demand, expectations, and the current status of its movement concerning the adoption of the Roman script.

The press meet was convened at Manikya Court (North Gate) in Agartala at 6:30 pm, where leaders of the committee addressed the media and highlighted key issues related to their ongoing campaign.

Speaking to the media, John Debbarma, Convenor of the UMCRS, elaborated on the objectives of the movement and discussed the committee's demands and future course of action.

During the press interaction, the committee appealed to media organisations for comprehensive coverage and wider publicity of their cause, emphasising the importance of public awareness and dialogue on the issue.

The UMCRS, formed through a joint initiative of TSF and TISF, continues to advocate for its demands while engaging with stakeholders and the public through such outreach programmes.

The demand for Roman Script for Kokborok, the widely spoken indigenous language of all 19 tribes of Tripura, has been raised for decades by various organisations, and at present, ahead of the TTAADC election, the issue has reached its peak. In various sub-divisional towns & districts, TISF (Tripura Indigenous Student Federation) members formed a human chain and raised the demand.

The script issue is not new. Two separate commissions were constituted in 1990 and 2004 to examine the matter, but a permanent resolution remains elusive. As political temperature rises in the state, the Kokborok script controversy continues to be a sensitive and significant issue, reflecting broader debates over identity, education, and cultural preservation in Tripura.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
Sensitive issue ahead of elections. Feels like political parties might use this to polarise voters. The commissions in 1990 and 2004 couldn't solve it, what makes them think it'll be different now? The focus should be on preserving the language itself, not just the script. 🧐
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Aman W
As someone from the Northeast, I understand the importance of linguistic identity. The Roman script is globally accessible and could help Kokborok thrive in the digital age. It's not about rejecting tradition, but about adapting for survival. More power to the students for raising their voice!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see this movement gaining momentum. The article mentions it's for all 19 tribes - that's a significant number of people. If a common script helps unify them and makes education easier, it's worth serious consideration. Hope the media gives it fair coverage as requested.
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Karthik V
With respect, I have a different view. Why always look west? We have our own rich history of scripts. Wouldn't an indigenous Indian script be more appropriate? Feels like adopting Roman script is a cultural compromise. We should find a solution that's rooted in our own heritage.
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Meera T
The real issue is that this has been pending for decades! Two commissions and no resolution? That's the failure of the system. The youth are right to protest. A language without a standardized script faces extinction. This is about preserving knowledge for future generations. 👏

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