Āppan Māṭī

Bajjika is a language spoken in North Bihar and the adjacent areas of Nepal. Bajjika is recognized as a distinct language in Nepal.

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

बज्जिका अप्पन माटी के सुगंध हए।
एकरा जोगाऊ, सजाऊ आ जन-जन तक पहुंचाऊ।।
रत्नानंद झा 'छोटन'
#bajjika #बज्जिका

[Pritam Kumar @pritam_kum97203]

A three day residential workshop on the historic #Kaithiscript is being organized by @INTACHIndia at Biharsharif, Nalanda. During this workshop, INTACH will also provide materials related to the Kaithi script.
@BiharRevenue
@BiharMuseum

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

Great Work!

[Pritam Kumar @pritam_kum97203]

Media coverage of the three-day #Kaithiscript training organized by the @INTACHIndia Nawada Chapter.
Thank you to all the participants, organizers and media team.
@ArtCultureBihar
@ASIGoI
@MinOfCultureGoI

[Nalanda Literature Festival @nalandalittfest]

Thank You for Making It Memorable!
The Interactive Session cum Press Meet of the Nalanda Literature Festival held on 13th October 2025 at Jyoti-Chitraban, Kahilipara, Guwahati was a resounding success!
We’re grateful to all the speakers, media professionals, and literature lovers who joined us to celebrate storytelling, ideas, and cultural dialogue. Your presence and participation made the event truly special.
Stay tuned for more literary journeys ahead!
#NalandaLiteratureFestival #ThankYou #PressMeetRecap #GuwahatiEvents #LiteraryCulture #JyotiChitraban @mirchiplus

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Regional Writers at NLF 2025: Voices Rooted in Soil and Soul

Writing is never born in isolation. It flows from within, shaped by the soil we come from, the stories we inherit, and the surroundings that mold us. Growing up in Nalanda, I was enveloped by the tales carried through generations, the majestic hills of Rajgir, and the echoes of the great philosophers who once walked the corridors of Nalanda University. The serene charm of the Phalgu River and the cultural heartbeat of Bihar continue to inspire not just memories, but also the words that form our stories. This is the essence of a regional writer—leaving traces of their roots in every line they craft.

The Nalanda Literature Festival (NLF) celebrates and nurtures this essence. It provides a platform where regional writers are not just recognized but cherished, where their voices become bridges between memory, culture, and modern literary imagination.

The Soil in the Story

The very identity of a writer is inseparable from their region—the soil, the dialect, the folklore, and the lived realities they carry within. History reminds us of this repeatedly: Rabindranath Tagore infused the soul of Bengal into his verses, R.K. Narayan’s Malgudi opened a window into Tamil life, and Ramdhari Singh Dinkar’s poetry echoed the fire and rhythm of Bihar.

At NLF, this connection comes alive through the voices of Bihar’s own storytellers. Writers from the Magahi belt enrich literature with their lyrical traditions, while those writing in Maithili, Bhojpuri, Angika, Bajjika, and Surjapuri capture the cultural identity of their people with authenticity. Each language is more than communication—it is a cultural map, etched with folk songs, oral traditions, festivals, and the wisdom of everyday life.

Beyond Bihar: The Northeast Joins In

The festival also embraces the Northeast, celebrating literature in Bodo, Assamese, Manipuri, and other regional languages. The writings from these regions are like invitations to step into their hills, rivers, and villages—painting vivid landscapes of lived traditions. To read them is to momentarily live in those states, feeling the pulse of their music, myths, and communities.

Voices to Watch at NLF 2025

The festival features prominent names who have kept regional expression vibrant. From Bihar:
• Manoj Bhawuk – poet and researcher breathing new life into Bhojpuri literature and cinema.
• Vandana Rag – whose Hindi writings are steeped in Bihar’s cultural fabric.
• Prabhat Ranjan and Yatindra Mishra – literary voices carrying regional flavors into the mainstream.
• Jay Ram Singh – a speaker and writer deeply attuned to Bihar’s cultural nuances.
• Vidya Choudhary – archaeologist, historian, and celebrated Bajjika writer, devoted to preserving and promoting Bajjika identity.

From the Northeast:
• Arup Kumar Dutta, Rituparna Neog, Upen Rabha Hakacham, and Santa Khurai—writers whose words carry the rhythm, resilience, and richness of their homelands.

Why Regional Literature Matters

Writing in regional languages is more than an artistic choice—it is an act of cultural preservation. It helps younger generations remain connected to their roots while creating fresh, magical expressions of identity. Through these dialects, traditions continue to live and thrive, ensuring that our heritage is never silenced.

When regional writers weave their memories, dialects, and cultural codes into literature, they do more than tell stories—they preserve voices that might otherwise fade away.

A Living Archive

This is why the Nalanda Literature Festival is more than just a gathering of writers. It is a living archive of Bihar’s and the Northeast’s diverse linguistic and cultural heritage. It brings together voices from different soils and creates conversations that not only bridge regions but also remind us of India’s collective richness.

At NLF 2025, regional writers do not merely represent their languages—they embody their lands, their histories, and their people. And through them, we are reminded that literature is not just about stories; it is about keeping roots alive, one word at a time.

Stay tuned, follow us, and be part of history in the making.
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#NalandaLiteratureFestival #NLF2025 #IndianCulture #Literature #Heritage #Knowledge #Nalanda #CulturalHeritage #BePartOfHistory #artandculture #NalandaUniversity

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Hear from Ganga Kumar, Festival Director of the Nalanda Literature Festival, as he shares insights on NFL’s vision, events, and cultural celebration. #festivalhighlights #nalandaliteraturefestival #NalandaFestival #DhanuBihar #nfl2025 #NalandaEvents #LiteratureCelebration #booklovers #culturalfestival #nalanda #DhanuBihar #nalandauniversity #GangaKumar

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

#bhasharath
#nalandaliteraturefestival

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The #BhashaRath is here!

@DhanuBihartrust @durdana_aaliya @carryonpd @abhaykray @KPshreyaskar @activistganga @ignca_delhi @sahityaakademi @nnmnalanda @Aradhanadbg @AnantHeritage

#BePartOfHistory #LegacyLanguageLiterature #NLF2025 #nalandaliteraturefestival

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Festival Director Sh. @activistganga met Sh. @anil_sooklal, Ambassador of South Africa, to discuss the vision of #NLF2025.

#NalandaLiteratureFestival

@DhanuBihartrust @durdana_aaliya @carryonpd @abhaykray @KPshreyaskar @ignca_delhi @sahityaakademi @nnmnalanda @AnantHeritage

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@bajjikababu @bajjika @BajjikaBihara

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Bajjika – lyrical folk traditions & poetry of Vaishali & Muzaffarpur.

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@Maghi_Khortha @EkangarMagahi

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Magahi – rooted in Magadhi Prakrit, once spoken by Lord Buddha.

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@theabhayk Enthusiastic to meet u at NLF 2025.

[Nalanda Literature Festival @nalandalittfest]

🌟✨ Announcing the Eminent Voices of Nalanda Literature Festival 2025! ✨🌟

#NalandaLiteratureFestival #NLF2025 #FestivalOfIdeas #LegacyLanguageLiterature #BePartOfHistory #IndianLiterature #AuthorsOfIndia #CulturalFestival #VoicesOfIndia

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@bajjikababu @EkangarMagahi @Maghi_Khortha
#bajjika #angika #magahi

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Be a part of Nalanda Literature Festival 2025 – celebrating Legacy, Language & Literature at the historic land of Nalanda.

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#NLF2025 #NalandaLiteratureFestival #IndianLiterature

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@KPshreyaskar
@activistganga
@abhaykray
@AnantHeritage

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Delighted to share that Hon’ble Union Minister of Culture & Tourism @gssjodhpur will join #NLF2025 after a warm meeting with Festival Director @activistganga.

🔗 https://t.co/o2fXusHCrv

@MinOfCultureGoI @tourismgoi @ignca_delhi @sahityaakademi @iccr_hq @DhanuBihartrust

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

Nalanda Literature Development Programme celebrating the Legacy, Language and Literature.
#bajjika #angika #magahi #bhojpuri #bodo #manipuri #assamese #mizo #maithili #surjapuri

[Nalanda Literature Festival @nalandalittfest]

Be a part of Nalanda Literature Festival 2025 – celebrating Legacy, Language & Literature at the historic land of Nalanda.

https://t.co/o2fXusHCrv

#NLF2025 #NalandaLiteratureFestival #IndianLiterature

@Aradhanadbg
@KPshreyaskar
@activistganga
@abhaykray
@AnantHeritage

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Proud moment for #NLF2025!

Festival Director @activistganga met Hon’ble MoS for External Affairs @KVSinghMPGonda & briefed him about the festival.

He expressed happiness & assured support for this celebration of Legacy, Language & Literature.

#NalandaLiteratureFestival

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@bajjikababu @EkangarMagahi @Maghi_Khortha

[Param Siddharth Manu (𑂣𑂩𑂧) @ParamSiddharth]

We made a movie in Bajjika named Aājoor recently – now we know where we can do small-scale screenings for the people of our community.
@FOSSUnited @IndiaFOSS #IndiaFOSS @scriteio

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

कैथी लिपि पर तीन दिवसीय कार्यशाला।✍️
@Bihar_se_hai @Maghi_Khortha @bajjikababu @manojkjhadu @RJDforIndia @Jduonline
@ZeeBiharNews @BiharRevenue

[Maghi मगही 𑂧𑂏𑂯𑂲 𑀫𑀕𑀳𑀻 @Maghi_Khortha]

nepal sarkar bajjika ko izzat deti h
bihar sarkar nahi
@bajjikababu @AppanBajjika

[बज्जिकांचल ( बज्जिका भाषी ) @bajjikababu]

नेपाल में बज्जिका 2.99% लोग बोलते है
वहाँ की सरकार मान्यता देती है
पर बिहार सरकार और भारत सरकार इसे अभी तक भाषा का दर्जा नहीं दे सकी है
दिक्क़त सरकार में कम बज्जिका भाषियों और हमारे नेताओं में ज्यादा है
@AppanBajjika @appanmaati @Maghi_Khortha @nature_mohan @VajjiRepublic

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@bajjikababu @Bihar_se_hai @EkangarMagahi @Maghi_Khortha

[Āppan Māṭī @appanmaati]

@Bihar_se_hai बज्जिका गलत न लिखू। हमेशा गलत लिखइले। बज्जिका में हाल चाल लेवे के लेल लोग सर्वनाम के प्रयोग न करइथीन। सहायक क्रिया के अंत से सर्वनाम के पता लग जाइ छइ। बज्जिका में होतइ।
1. कइसन हते? (छोटों के लिए)
2. कइसन हतुहु? (बड़े के लिए)
3. ठीक हतऽ? (बड़े के लिए)
4. ठीक हते? (छोटों के लिए)