HT Correspondent
DIBRUGARH, Aug 6: Dibrugarh University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday with the Nanda Talukdar Foundation to preserve rare Assamese books and manuscripts.
The collaboration marks a significant milestone in the conservation and digitisation of over 1,000 rare and ancient manuscripts preserved in the Assamese department of the university. These manuscripts, written in Sanchipat, encompass old Assamese, Sanskrit, Tai, and Bengali languages, covering a range of topics including Vaishnavism, Buddhism, and ancient customs of Assam.
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This entire collection is a storehouse of knowledge that reflects the diverse cultural and religious heritage of the region. Under this MoU, these manuscripts will be accurately digitised and made available in the public domain, allowing scholars and researchers worldwide to conduct research on these invaluable resources. This step will be the first large-scale effort to make rare Assamese manuscripts accessible to the public and ensure their preservation for future generations.
The MoU was signed by Dr Paramananda Sonowal, registrar of Dibrugarh University, on behalf of the University, and Mrinal Talukdar representing the Nanda Talukdar Foundation.
Dibrugarh University registrar Parmananda Sonowal said, “This partnership with the Nanda Talukdar Foundation is a remarkable step towards making Assam’s vast and diverse heritage accessible to the world. It is our hope that this step will inspire everyone.”
Mrinal Talukdar added, “The digitisation of these manuscripts is not only a matter of preservation but also a step towards opening the doors of knowledge. We are honoured to be a part of this groundbreaking project.”
