Kohima: Nagaland MP S. Supongmeren Jamir has welcomed the Government of India’s decision to recognise 19 notified tribal local languages and dialects of Nagaland in the recruitment process for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) under the Department of Posts.
Jamir, who pursued reforms in the GDS recruitment policy concerning Nagaland, expressed gratitude to the Home Department of the Government of Nagaland, MLA Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso, the Chief Secretary of Nagaland, and Dr Alice K. Vizo, Director of Postal Services, Kohima, for their collective efforts in making the policy initiative successful.
The Lok Sabha MP also congratulated all stakeholders involved in securing what he described as a “historic recognition” of Nagaland’s tribal languages and dialects in the engagement process of Gramin Dak Sevaks.
According to Jamir, GDS recruitment was previously conducted on a broader all-India basis. However, the latest initiative ensures that the recruitment process in Nagaland will now recognise and incorporate the state’s notified tribal languages, thereby safeguarding the interests and opportunities of indigenous communities.
He said the decision marks a significant acknowledgement of the linguistic and cultural identity of the Naga people and will promote greater inclusivity, representation and participation of Nagaland’s youth in the GDS recruitment process.
Jamir also welcomed the Office Memorandum issued by the Department of Posts on May 21, 2026, which formally recognises proficiency and knowledge of the notified tribal local languages and dialects for GDS engagement in Nagaland.
He expressed hope that similar initiatives would continue to strengthen the protection, preservation and promotion of indigenous tribal languages and cultural heritage across the state.
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