International Day Of The World’s Indigenous Peoples Observed In Kokrajhar

HT Correspondent
KOKRAJHAR, Aug 9: Along with the rest of the state, the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples was observed in Kokrajhar with a befitting programme scheduled.
The day was organised by All Adivasi Students Association of Assam (AASAA) at Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Park complex in Kokrajhar that marked huge participation from different places of the districts of Bodoland Territorial Region.
A rally was also carried out in connection with the observation of the day, which started from Gaurang Bridge to MG Park via DC office Road in support of demanding land pattas and ST status to the Adivasi communities in the state of Assam.
A cultural demonstration programme was also organised to mark the observation.
President of AASAA, Stephen Lakra spoke on the importance of celebrating the day for the rights of the indigenous people.
He said, “The Adivasi community in Assam despite being indigenous are deprived from various rights including land rights, ST status.”
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is celebrated on August 9 every year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the indigenous population of the world. It focuses on the preservation and promotion of indigenous peoples’ traditional knowledge and practices.