Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the release of the Indian Constitution in the Santhali language, hailing it as a significant step to enhance constitutional awareness and democratic engagement among tribal communities. The Constitution in Santhali was unveiled by President Droupadi Murmu, who expressed pride in this milestone for the Santhali people.
President Murmu emphasized the importance of having the Constitution accessible in Santhali, stating that it would empower tribal communities by providing easier access to the rights, duties, and values enshrined in the document. The event, held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, was attended by Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal.
The Santhali language, spoken by a significant tribal population in states like Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar, was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003. President Murmu highlighted the significance of making the Constitution available in indigenous languages to promote wider participation and inclusivity in the democratic framework.
