In this conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Lopamudra Mohanty explore the significance of storytelling in preserving Indian languages. They discuss the challenges faced by endangered languages, the role of storytelling in cultural identity, and the impact of the pandemic on language preservation efforts. Lopamudra shares her journey of creating 'Cheers 2 Bhasha', a platform dedicated to promoting Indian languages through storytelling. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mother tongues in families and the need for parents to encourage their children to learn and appreciate their linguistic heritage.

Takeaways:

• Storytelling is crucial for keeping languages alive.
• Cultural identity is deeply connected to language.
• The pandemic shifted storytelling to virtual platforms.
• Endangered languages require urgent attention.
• Parents play a vital role in language preservation.
• Children should be encouraged to learn their mother tongue.
• Language learning can foster community connections.
• Storytelling can bridge cultural gaps and promote understanding.
• Documenting stories helps preserve languages for future generations.
• Celebrating linguistic diversity enriches our society.

About Lopamudra Mohanty

Lopamudra Mohanty is the founder of BBW Education OPC Pvt Ltd. She is a TEDx speaker, an educator, an international storyteller, a parent coach and an Indian language crusader. She is celebrated for her ground breaking reading and storytelling programs for children. Her influence extends to conducting storytelling certification program for children, educators and interested individuals. Internationally recognised she has performed at major storytelling and literary festivals. With a theatre background she has staged numerous performances nationwide. Her new venture Cheers2Bhasha aims to promote Indian languages and save endangered languages and their local stories. A rural management graduate and a banking professional, she is a certified phonics trainer embodying the essence of a responsible storyteller and a cultural resource. Her feet dance to the tune of Odissi, marathons and cycling.

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Season 1 of The Storied Way Perspective