And a considerable number of these indigenous languages are endangered, especially Dalu, Rai, Koch, Sen, Borman, Kurukh and Mushohor, among others. What have we done to preserve indigenous languages? In order to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, there must be affirmative action by the state to bring all indigenous children into schools. But what other measures should be taken to ensure the preservation and promotion of indigenous languages in the country? There has to be effective participation of indigenous peoples and their organizations and free, prior and informed consent during the formulation of any laws, policies and programs that affect indigenous peoples and their areas, especially in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 21, 2019 14:15 UTC