New Delhi: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today released the Constitution of India in the Santhali language at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Constitution has been published in the Ol Chiki script, which is traditionally used for writing the Santhali language.

Addressing the gathering, the President said that the occasion is a matter of pride and joy for the Santhali community, as the Constitution of India is now available in their own language. She noted that this step would enable Santhali-speaking people to read, understand, and connect more deeply with the Constitution, thereby strengthening democratic awareness and constitutional values.

The President also highlighted that the year 2025 marks the centenary of the Ol Chiki script. She appreciated the efforts of the Ministry of Law and Justice for bringing out the Constitution in the Ol Chiki script during this historic centenary year.

Several dignitaries were present at the event, including the Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, and the Union Minister of State for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal.

The Santhali language, which was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, is one of the most ancient living languages of India. It is spoken by a large tribal population across Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.

The release of the Constitution in Santhali is being seen as a significant step toward promoting linguistic inclusion and ensuring that constitutional knowledge reaches all sections of society.