Literature festival calls for saving indigenous culture
Summary
A two-day Indigenous Literature Festival in Saptari called for protecting indigenous languages, culture and traditional knowledge while raising awareness of community rights. Speakers urged stronger policy support and regular discussions to preserve indigenous identity and promote inclusive development.
Key Points
- A two-day Indigenous Literature Festival concluded at Gangajali in Saptakoshi Municipality-5, Saptari, focusing on indigenous languages, culture, literature, traditional knowledge and community rights.
- The event was organised by the ward office and brought together indigenous leaders, activists, writers, artistes, journalists, elected representatives and experts from across the country.
- Speakers said policy weaknesses were putting several indigenous languages and cultures at risk and called for stronger protection and awareness.
- Traditional songs, dances and literary works were presented by artistes from the Tharu Culture Preservation Association Nepal and local performers.
