Free Tulu Script Workshop Held at Government High School in Badaga Ekkaru

Mangaluru: A free Tulu script learning workshop was launched at Government High School, Badaga Ekkaru, in Mangaluru North, as part of the school’s Literary Association activities. The initiative was organised by the Jai Tulunad (R.) Kudla Unit under its “Bale Tulu Lipi Kalpug” (Come, Let’s Learn Tulu Script) campaign to promote awareness and learning of the ancient Tulu script among students.

The initiative comes in the wake of the Karnataka Cabinet’s announcement on September 18 regarding the recognition of Tulu as an additional official language in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts.

The workshop was inaugurated by the school’s headmistress, Indira N. Rao, who lit the ceremonial lamp.

Uday Poonja Taripadiguttu, former president of Jai Tulunad (R.), explained the origin of the Tulu language, inscriptions associated with it, and the development of the Tulu script alphabet. He provided students with detailed insights into the historical significance of the language and its script.

Kiran Tuluva, a founder committee member of Jai Tulunad (R.) and a Tulu script instructor, introduced students to the vowels of the Tulu script. During the one-hour session, he provided practical training in writing techniques and guided students through writing exercises.

Teachers Poornima H. M., Jyothi B., Rajashree K., Vidyalatha, Chitra Shri, Ramya K., Vidya Gowri and Jayanthi were present.

Dr. Anith Kumar compered the programme.:

The initiative aims to encourage younger generations to learn the Tulu script and strengthen their connection with the language and its literary heritage.