In a recent development, a group of Tripura Bru migrants have reached out to the state government with a unique request. They have urged the authorities to remove the term 'Reang' from their official documents and identify them solely as 'Bru'.
According to sources, the Bru migrants from Mizoram have written a letter to the Tripura government, seeking a change in their identification in the register of ordinary residents (ROR), electoral rolls, and other documents required for permanent resettlement in the state. The letter highlights the deep-seated sentiment among the Bru community regarding their identity and underlines the importance of being recognized as 'Bru'.
The demand for the name change reportedly stems from a long-standing dispute between the Bru and the majority Mizos in Mizoram, where the former are often referred to as 'Reang'. The Bru migrants argue that this term has negative connotations and is historically inaccurate. They further assert that 'Bru' is the appropriate name for their community, and its use will help promote their cultural identity and heritage.
It remains to be seen how the Tripura government will respond to this request. However, this demand from the Bru migrants highlights the challenges faced by marginalized communities in India and the need for greater sensitivity and inclusivity in official documentation.
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