Culture

Van Gujjari Book Launch — Preserving Indigenous Language

Uttarakhand Samvaad Fellowship, Bhasha Research Centre

Overview

About This Programme

On April 13th, 2024, Trustee Taukeer Alam launched four books he wrote with support of the Samvaad Fellowship. This was the first time the Van Gujjari language has ever been scripted and published — a historic milestone in the preservation of indigenous culture.

The event was hosted at Cafe Laata, Dehradun and facilitated by Lokesh Ohri. Taukeer's two children proudly launched the books on his behalf. The books are available for sale and represent a community-driven act of cultural preservation.

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Programme in Action

What We Do

Key Activities

Van Gujjari Kahaniyan

Stories written in the Van Gujjari language for the community to read and share.

Van Gujjari Geet

Songs and poetry that celebrate Van Gujjar culture, history, and daily life.

Van Gujjari Paaheliyan

Riddles and folklore from oral tradition, now preserved in written form for future generations.

Van Gujjari–Hindi Shabdakosh

The first Van Gujjari–Hindi dictionary, creating a foundation for language learning and documentation.

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