The Push to Recognize Sylheti Nagri Script

Activists in Sylhet are moving forward with a crucial step to reclaim a vital piece of their heritage: The Syloti Nagri Script and the distinct Syloti language.

For millions of speakers worldwide, Syloti is more than a dialect—it’s their unique mother tongue, with a rich literary history once printed using its own easy-to-learn script. Centuries of political neglect have pushed the language and its beautiful script to the brink of extinction.

Soon, local activists will formally submit a critical application to regional officials, demanding official government recognition for both the language and the historic script.

This is more than a bureaucratic plea; it’s a cultural movement driven by a generation eager to see their identity honored.

Read the full story to learn about the activists’ demands and why this recognition is a matter of cultural survival for the Sylheti people.