The Chokri Chakhesang Literature Board (CCLB) organized a comprehensive one-day seminar under the theme ”Chokri Language and Its Usage,” covering all Chokri-speaking villages in Phek district, Nagaland.
The seminar was conducted in two phases: Phase I on September 20, 2025, at Chozuba Town and Phek Town, and Phase II on October 18, 2025, at Chokriba and Sakraba Town.
During Phase II, the program was attended by approximately 350 participants, including language teachers, church leaders, village council leaders, student union leaders, and community leaders, reflecting widespread community commitment toward the preservation and development of the Chokri language.
The resource persons were Vesavolü R. Soho, Vengota Nyekha, Dr. Sekholu Tetseo, Vetsüno Ringa, and Thukuvelü Sakhamo, who delivered detailed presentations on the status of mother tongue development, the importance of the mother tongue, and technical aspects of Chokri language development, covering linguistic documentation, inclusivity, standardization, and educational integration.
According to the update, the seminar highlight was the vibrant discussion session, where participants demonstrated strong enthusiasm and a collective resolve to protect and promote the mother tongue.
The event also highlighted the Nagaland government’s initiative to introduce Chokri as a subject in Class 9, with ongoing textbook development for Classes 10 to 12. Additionally, CCLB presented its aim to launch a diploma course, with the syllabus and literature already prepared, which was met with enthusiastic community support, signaling a promising future for Chokri language education.
Furthermore, CCLB expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants and resource persons for their time, resources, and dedication, emphasizing hope for continued collaboration to safeguard and advance the Chokri mother tongue.
