Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan unveiled the revised Constitution in Sindhi, presented in Devanagari Script as the first edition and Persian Script as the second edition. He emphasized the significance of citizens comprehending the Constitution in their native language, bridging the gap between governance and the people. The Vice President acknowledged the historical resilience and unity symbolized by the Sindhi language, especially during the partition era.
Today marks a double celebration for Sindhi-speaking individuals, commemorating their language day and the launch of the Sindhi version of the Indian Constitution. Encouraging the audience, the Vice President urged everyone to cherish their mother tongue and appreciate the diverse linguistic tapestry that enriches India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message, read at the event, highlighted the importance of linguistic inclusivity for citizens to access the Constitution and laws effectively.
Minister of State for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, emphasized the government’s commitment to providing the Constitution in all scheduled languages. He traced the journey of the Sindhi language and its inclusion in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. Acknowledging former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s instrumental role in this inclusion, he praised the Legislative Department’s efforts in releasing the updated Constitution in Sindhi.
Rajiv Mani, Secretary of the Legislative Department, detailed the department’s endeavors in publishing the revised Constitution in Sindhi and other regional languages, with contributions from Regional Languages Officers. Expressing gratitude to the Vice President and the Minister of State for their support, he highlighted the enthusiastic participation of the Sindhi Community members from across India at the event. The gathering also saw the presence of Vasudev Devnani, Rajasthan Assembly Speaker, Shankar Lalwani, MP Lok Sabha, senior department officials, and distinguished Sindhi language personalities.
