Diphu :  In a significant move towards promoting indigenous identity, the Government of Assam has approved the use of the Karbi language in official correspondences in addition to English in the Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts. The directive, issued via Governor’s Order No. PLB.560215/110 dated April 19, 2025, was circulated by the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Secretariat on May 19, 2025.

As per the order, the Karbi language shall be used alongside English for all official purposes in the aforementioned districts. This step marks a major milestone in linguistic inclusion and recognition of regional languages within administrative processes.

The notification has been communicated to all departments and offices under KAAC for immediate implementation and necessary action.

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