Languages

Signifying the rich heritage of ancient mode of interaction, the Languages of Punjab come as a combination of several regional dialects. Punjabi being the official Language of the state, the people are found communicating in other Languages too like Hindi, English and Gurmukhi.

Once ruled by several external Dynasties the land of Punjab has been influenced significantly by the lifestyle and behavioral practices of those past rulers. Developed from the old forms of Hindi, Persian, English and Urdu, Punjabi Language is today extensively used not only in the state itself but also in the adjoining states of Delhi and Haryana.

Inspite of the tragic partition of the entire state into east and west Punjab, the Languages that were spoken by all the people of the place played a significant role in tying the people of both sides into one common thread of communication.

The Languages of Punjab have a key contribution towards the literature domain of the state. The holy scripts of Sikh Gurus were written in Gurmukhi in the late period of 16th century. Guru Granth Sahib is one prime example that has been enriched with the then Languages of Punjab. From the early poets like Guru Das, Jasoda Nandan to the modern ones such as Kirpa Singh, Dhani Ram Chatrik and Pritam Singh, all have created shining examples of literary wonders with the help of the Languages of the state.

Originating from the rich past of Punjab, today the Languages of the state boasts of a well-acknowledged vocabulary reserve which in turn enhances the communication credibility of the people in the global arena of interaction.